The evergreen love for England’s patron saint
SIR – Chris Nancollas (Letters, August 11) ought to know that what he refers to as “the English flag” is actually the cross of St George.
As for St George’s Day going by “without fanfare”, I am reliably informed by several florists (including two in the City of London) that the only day in the year when more roses are sold is St Valentine’s Day. Being Welsh, I sport a daffodil on March 1 in honour of St David – despite being born and educated in England. Perhaps it is the English soft spot for the underdog that is ingrained.
Jeremy M J Havard
Chichester, West Sussex