Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—H

Hanoverian Shield

This escutcheon used to be added to the arms of England; it was placed in the centre of the shield to show that the House of Hanover came to the crown by election, and not by conquest. Conquerors strike out arms of a conquered country, and place their own in lieu.

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
Hans von Rippach
Hankey Pankey
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

Related Content