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The Union Flag
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The Union Flag, often called the Union Jack, combines the crosses of the patron saints of England (St George), Scotland (St Andrew) and Ireland (St Patrick). Wales is not represented on the flag because it was already united with England when the flag was first created.
Memory tip: Three crosses on the flag: George + Andrew + Patrick. Wales (the dragon) was left off.
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Why is Wales not represented on the Union Flag?
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