Legnickie Pole

LEGNICKIE POLE

Official blazon
Polish	blazon wanted
English	blazon wanted

Origin/meaning

The arms were officially adopted on June 5, 1998.

The black eagle symbolizes the historical affiliation to Lower Silesia. The lower field refers to the battle of Legnica (April 9, 1241) and its significance for defending the Christian world from the Mongol invasion. The sword symbolizes the defenders of Christianity, while the arrow is stylized for use by the Mongols. The cross further highlights the religious significance of the battle.

Literature:

Poland heraldry portal

This page is part of the Poland heraldry portal	Heraldry of the World
Civic heraldry: National Arms of Poland Arms of provinces Arms of counties Arms of municipalities Heraldic literature of Poland Total pages in the Poland section : 8,103 of which images : 5,036	Other heraldry: Ecclesiastical heraldry Military heraldry Educational heraldry Institutional heraldry Corporate heraldry Heraldic postcards Heraldic stamps Personal arms