St George

George was a Roman soldier and fought under the Emperor Diocletian. Diocletian did not believe Jesus was Lord and Savior. He hated Christians and killed many believers. When George became a Christian, he met with Emperor Diocletian and told him that he was wrong and cruel to be treating Christians so poorly. He gave up his position in the Roman army and was than treated very badly until he died. George is often seen in pictures slaying a dragon and saving a fair maiden. There are many tales that tell such a story, but these are not believed to be true. What is true is that George was a great soldier who fought against evil (shown as the dragon) to defend the Church (shown as the maiden). He was a valiant warrior who stood for what was just and right. St. George is the patron saint of many European countries including England, Germany and Portugal. and is a favorite saint of soldiers.