Country Information
| Sovereign State | No (part of the United Kingdom) |
| Official Name | England |
| Continent | Europe |
| Capital | London |
| Government Type | Devolved administration within a constitutional monarchy |
| Currency | Pound Sterling (GBP) |
| Calling Code | +44 (shared with the United Kingdom) |
| Population | Approx. 56 million (as of 2023) |
| Total Area | 130,279 square kilometers |
| Highest Point | Scafell Pike (978 meters or 3,209 feet) |
| Lowest Point | Holme Fen (-2.75 meters or -9 feet) |
| GDP Per Capita | Part of the UK; approx. $41,030 (as of 2023 for the UK) |
| Life Expectancy | Part of the UK; approx. 81 years (as of 2023 for the UK) |
England National Anthem
God Save the King
God save our gracious King!
Long live our noble King!
God save the King!
Send him victorious,
Happy and glorious,
Long to reign over us,
God save the King.
Thy choicest gifts in store
On him be pleased to pour,
Long may he reign.
May he defend our laws,
And ever give us cause,
To sing with heart and voice,
God save the King.
Flags of Neighboring Countries
History of the England Flag
The flag of England, known as the St. George’s Cross, is one of the most recognizable symbols of England. The flag’s history is deeply interwoven with the country’s cultural and historical identity.
The flag consists of a simple red cross on a white background. The red cross is associated with St. George, England’s patron saint, who according to legend, was a Roman soldier of Greek origin and a member of the Praetorian Guard for Roman emperor Diocletian. The story of St. George slaying a dragon and saving a princess became popular in England by the late Middle Ages. His cross was adopted for the uniform of English soldiers during the Crusades, and it became associated with the country as a whole.
The St. George’s Cross was officially adopted as the national flag of England in the 16th century. Since then, it has been a symbol of England’s heritage, valor, and national pride. The flag is prominently displayed at national events, sporting fixtures, and during St. George’s Day celebrations.
Throughout history, the flag has been a unifying symbol for England, especially in contexts of sports and cultural representation. While the Union Jack represents the United Kingdom as a whole, the St. George’s Cross specifically symbolizes England and its distinct identity within the UK. The simplicity of the design and its strong historical connections continue to make the St. George’s Cross an enduring symbol of England.