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Erin go Bragh (/ ˌ ɛr ɪ n ɡ ə ˈ b r ɑː / ERR-in gə BRAH), sometimes Erin go Braugh, is the anglicisation of an Irish language phrase, Éirinn go Brách, and is used to express allegiance to Ireland. It is most often translated as "Ireland Forever."
Although it was originally intended as a symbol of peace and ecumenism, the tricolour is today seen by some Irish unionists as a symbol of Irish republicanism and the Irish Republican Army. Many other flags are suggested as the cross-border flag for Ireland. The flag of Northern Ireland (Ulster Banner) was used officially between 1953 and 1973.
Under the harp is the motto of Erin go Bragh! On the other side is a painting ... made to represent St. Patrick, in his left hand a key and in his right a crook or staff resting upon a serpent. Underneath is painted San Patricio. Two other eye-witness accounts of the flag exist, both from American soldiers. The first describes it as:
Erin Go Bragh flag for St. Patrick's Day. Erin go Bragh is one of the most common phrases heard around St. Patrick's Day each year.The greeting can be confusing for some, who may wonder, "Who the ...
Sláinte, Banjaxed, Stall the ball? Anyone can wear green on Saint Patrick's Day, but do you know what these Irish words mean and how to say them?
Erin go Bragh! Green Glory. Everyone's Irish today! You're my pot of gold. Irish it was always St. Patrick's Day. Sassy lass. Your Galway girl forever. Wishing on every four-leaf clover.
A green flag with a gold pike topped with a red phrygian cap, superimposed over which is a gold harp, and a gold scroll bearing the slogan "Erin Go Brah" in black beneath the harp. 1846–1848 The green silk flag of the Saint Patrick's Battalion of the Mexican Army may have incorporated the old Irish Harp flag (illustrated), which may date back ...
Erin go Bragh! Binge-Watch Irish Movies. While most of the St. Patrick's Day traditions you're familiar with probably involve being active in a parade or party, there are still plenty of ...