The story of St George, the Patron Saint of England, has a connection with Coventry which will be explored in this section. The traditional image of St George is quite familiar to us all. The most famous representation is probably that of this gallant knight thrusting his lance down the gullet of a ferocious dragon, as the pious princess looks on. But did you know that St George may have been born in Coventry? Did you know he may have been the father of Guy of Warwick? If not, then explore these pages and discover more about the Coventry link.
If you have material which you would like to include in this section then contact Sue or Chris on 01203 630478 or
cwn@coventry.org.uk.
The St George Legend
...........Greek or Roman?
The Coventry Link
........... from Coventry?
The Seven Champions of Christendom
............captured at birth.........the escape
The Seven Champions of Christendom
............dragons killed.........maidens rescued
The Seven Champions of Christendom
............pagans routed.........more maidens and dragons
Sam Riches - Art Historian discusses St George
............an academic's view of the myth
