Horatio Nelson (1758–1805): naval commander whose great success in battle, combined with his humanity as a commander, earned him godlike status in his lifetime. After his death at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, he was enshrined in popular myth and iconography. [30] [31] Nelson's Column in London's Trafalgar Square was constructed between 1840 and 1843.

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The Daffodil flower first became associated with Wales in the 19 th century and later in the early 20 th century it became increasingly popular especially among women. In 1911, the Welsh prime minister, David George, wore the daffodil on St. David’s day and also used it in ceremonies after which it became an official symbol of the country. Since the Angel was installed, the surrounding trees have grown in height, partly obscuring the view from certain angles. This was always the intention – eventually it is hoped that the figure will appear to have a woodland setting. 32. Tyne Bridge It’s unfortunate that Bill Bryson didn’t write Icons, he just edited this anthology, since his own introduction - with a light-hearted swipe at seaside piers - promises way more than the following 94 mini-essays can deliver. Rolls-Royce Limited motor cars (1906–1973) and the Spirit of Ecstasy bonnet ornament: the original English company established a reputation worldwide for superior engineering quality and all-round elegance, earning widespread recognition for producing the "best car in the world". [33]Here’s my guide to 50 famous landmarks in England. There is such a wealth of great landmarks in England with so much history, heritage and natural beauty crammed into a relatively small country. Morris dancers: Why David Cameron is right to support innocent English folklore". The Daily Telegraph . Retrieved 6 September 2016.

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In England, the House of Lancaster and the House of York both have roses as their national emblems, the Tudor Rose and the White Rose respectively. From 1455-1485, when the Civil War broke out, it became famous as the ‘War of the Roses’ since it was between the two houses. Later, the houses were unified when Henry VII became the King who married Elizabeth of York. He placed the white rose from the House of York in the red rose of the House of Lancaster and thus, the Tudor Rose (now known as the ‘Flower of England’) was created. Briggs, Geoffrey (1971). Civic and Corporate Heraldry: A Dictionary of Impersonal Arms of England, Wales and N. Ireland. London: Heraldry Today. ISBN 0-900455-21-7. Most of the medieval Castle was remodelled in the 19 thcentury, including the dominant 12th century Round Tower, the highest point in the Castle. St George’s Chapel, in the Lower Ward, is a supreme example of the late Gothic English Perpendicular style (see also King’s College Chapel, Cambridge). 10. Stonehenge Stormy sunset at StonehengeThe Royal Banner of England [3] (also known as the Banner of the Royal Arms, [4] the Banner of the King) is the English banner of arms; it features the Royal Arms of England. This Royal Banner differs from England's national flag, St George's Cross, in that it does not represent any particular area or land, but rather symbolises the sovereignty vested in the rulers thereof. [5] Hampton Court is one of two – the other being St James’s in central London – surviving Palaces from the portfolio of King Henry VIII. The first part you see is the Tudorwing, givento the King by Cardinal Wolsey in 1529. Much of the Tudor original was destroyed by King William III who was intent of rivalling Louis XIV’s Palace at Versailles. White Cliffs of Dover: Why are they so important to the British?". BBC News . Retrieved 6 September 2016. The most popular of many squares inLondon, TrafalgarSquare is right in the centre of London, a few metres from the plaque from which distances from the city are measured. It’s one of the great Early English Gothic churches, and replaced the earlier cathedral at Old Sarum, an ancient settlement on the outskirts of the modern city.