Archbishop of York urges English to be more patriotic and celebrate St George's Day

The Archbishop of York.. urged the English to embrace patriotism, as a calendar anomaly allowed the Church of England a rare opportunity to celebrate St George’s Day on a Bank Holiday.

Dr John Sentamu, who has campaigned for the English patron saint’s day to be made a public holiday, said people should mark the occasion with patriotic songs and real ale.

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One comment on “Archbishop of York urges English to be more patriotic and celebrate St George's Day

  1. kmh1 says:

    “Dr John Sentamu, who has campaigned for the English patron saint’s day to be made a public holiday, said people should mark the occasion with patriotic songs and real ale.”
    By jingo, he’s right! Bash the frogs, then go out and conquer Africa!