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The supporters refer to England (the lion) and Wales (the dragon). Each supports a cross potent fitchy. The cross is taken from the attributed arms of King Edgar, in whose reign the Office of Sheriff is held by some to have been instituted. The 'crutched cross' itself symbolises the sword of justice and the noble aspirations of the early crusaders who helped the sick and poor and fought for Christ. | The supporters refer to England (the lion) and Wales (the dragon). Each supports a cross potent fitchy. The cross is taken from the attributed arms of King Edgar, in whose reign the Office of Sheriff is held by some to have been instituted. The 'crutched cross' itself symbolises the sword of justice and the noble aspirations of the early crusaders who helped the sick and poor and fought for Christ. | ||
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