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Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—G

Greek Cross

Same shape as St. George's cross (+). The Latin cross has the upright one-third longer than the cross-beam (†).

St George's Cross is seen on our banners, where the crosses of St. Andrew and St. Patrick are combined with it. (See Union Jack.)

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
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