As per the Patron Saint Index, St. George is the patron of: Canada England Ethiopia Georgia Germany Greece Lithuania Malta Portugal
This channel lies between Eire and the Wales
St George, St Andrew, St Patrick.
The St George Cross
England's flag has a white background with a red 'plus sign' cross on it which symbolises the cross of St. George.
St. George St. Andrew St. Patrick
St. Maarten/St. Martin
St. Maarten/St. Martin
St. George is the patron saint of these countries only. The number of countries where he is not the patron are too many to list here: •Canada •England •Ethiopia •Georgia •Germany •Greece •Lithuania •Malta •Portugal
St. George is the patron saint of these countries: Canada England Ethiopia Georgia Germany Greece Lithuania Malta Portugal
St. George is remembered for his martyrdom as a Roman soldier who refused to renounce his Christian faith. He is a symbol of Christian courage and faithfulness in the face of persecution. St. George is also honored as the patron saint of various countries and causes.
Several countries celebrate St. George as their patron saint. Most of those nations celebrate St. George's Day on April 23. For certain Orthodox Church members who use the Julian calendar, the Feast of St. George is celebrated on May 6. St. George's Day is also England's National Day.