Martyr
Saint George
Saint George, a Roman soldier, was martyred for his Christian faith. He is famously depicted slaying a dragon, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil.
Patron saint of
Soldiers, England, Scouts
- Feast
- April 23
- Era
- 3rd Century
- Place
- Lydda
At a Glance
Saint George
- Feast Day
- April 23
- Era
- 3rd Century
- Primary Place
- Lydda
- Vocation
- Martyr
- Patronage
- Soldiers, England, Scouts
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Overview
Saint George
Saint George, a Roman soldier, was martyred for his Christian faith. He is famously depicted slaying a dragon, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil.
Feast day: April 23
Patronage
Soldiers, England, Scouts
Connected Places
- Lydda, Israel: Site of his martyrdom
- London, England: Patron saint’s legacy
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Kindred Saints
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