England’s national day on April 23 honors St. George, whose red cross symbolizes honor, bravery, and gallantry. Born in Eastern Turkey, he rose as a Roman soldier and Christian martyr, pleading with an emperor to spare persecuted Christians before being executed in Palestine. His emblem was adopted in the 12th century, eventually replacing earlier patron saints and embedding his legacy in national identity. A legendary tale of slaying a dragon and rescuing a princess, though likely mythical, has cemented his worldwide status as a revered figure.