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The Leek - Emblem of Wales
Why is the leek the national emblem of Wales? Eddie Butler explores various legends including mention of the leek in Shakespeare's Henry V, the custom in Tudor times of the giving of leeks on St David's Day, links to the Battle of Crecy in 1346 and myths on battles fought by St David himself where it is alleged that he instructed his soldiers to wear leeks in their hats.
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