Coat of arms and heraldry

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Coat of arms and heraldry
Coat of Arms for John, Duke of Burgundy
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Quick Facts

• Designs were located on Armor.
• Embassies use colors and designs similar to
  shields.
• Many Countries have both a flag and a National
  Coat of Arms.

• European Tradition
• Also called Heraldry
• Originated in the Middle Ages when knights needed
  to make their shields recognizable for for
  friend, foe, or spectator in battle or a
  tournament.

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Historical Examples

• The Roman Empire- An Eagle
• The French-Fleur-de-lis
• Flags used to Identify Ships

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Examples

Papal Arms of Pope Benedict XVI
The Coat of Arms for Australia
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Examples

• Medieval Shields

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Examples

• Coat of Arms for the United Kingdom

Coat of Arms for the Holy Roman Empire