The Meaning, Origins, and Symbolism Behind Irish Flag Tattoo
– The article suggests getting an Irish flag tattoo to celebrate Irish heritage or show admiration for Irish culture.
– The flag of Dublin City was adopted in 1885 by the Dublin Corporation.
– The flag of Belfast is a heraldic banner based on the shield of the coat of arms of the city.
– The flag of Drogheda town was adopted in 2012 by the Drogheda Borough Council.
– The Irish flag tattoo is derived from the arms of Richard I of England, known as Lionheart, who adopted it during the Third Crusade.
– The flag features three lions ‘passant guardant’ and represents Richard I’s position as King of the English, Duke of the Normans, and Duke of the Aquitaines.
– Drogheda, the town where the flag originates, was granted its charter in 1194 by Hugh de Lacy during Richard I’s reign.
– Since the Local Government Reform Act 2014, Drogheda Borough Council no longer exists and is now part of Louth County Council.
– The flag itself is a vertical triband of red-black-red and includes the coat of arms of Drogheda in the center.
– The town’s motto translates to “God our strength, merchandise our glory”.