The official motto of the City of Canterbury is Ave mater angliæ, which translates from Latin to "Hail, Mother of England". This motto reflects the city's historical significance as the center of Christianity in England and the seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury.
Our flag, of a white horse, is called the 'Invicta flag' after Kent's motto 'Invicta' which means 'undefeated' in Latin. Today also marks the feast of St Augustine, who became the first Archbishop of Canterbury in 597 and who founded the English Church.
The Latin name for 'Kent', a county in South East England, is Cantia. The suffix 'bury' derives from the Anglo-Saxon word 'burh' meaning a fort or fortified place or stronghold. So, the name Canterbury, in England, is the 'Stronghold or fortification of Kent'.
What is the motto of the King's School Canterbury?
The School does not have a motto. Thomas Field (Headmaster 1886-96) introduced 'Age dum agis', which was fairly widely used in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. It has not survived.
What is the motto of the University of Canterbury?
Being built upon the wealth of the land explains why the College adopted the Latin motto "Ergo tua rura manebunt", meaning "therefore may your fields prosper".
University of Canterbury is in the top 2% of the world's universities and is known for its high-quality degrees, research-led teaching, and state-of-the-art facilities.
'Virtus Pollet' used to mean 'Manliness Prevails' - and maybe, in the Latin translation, it still does. However, a more equitable and modern translation is now used: Good Character Prevails.
Medieval variants of the Roman name include Dorobernia and Dorovernia. In Sub-Roman Britain, it was known in Old Welsh as Cair Ceint ("stronghold of Kent"). Occupied by the Jutes, it became known in Old English as Cantwareburh ("stronghold of the Kentish men").
Colchester (CO1 1DN) 📍 Known as Britain's oldest recorded town, Colchester was the first Roman capital of Britain. Its Roman walls and castle are must-sees. 2. Canterbury (CT1 2JB)📍 Famous for its cathedral, Canterbury has been a pilgrimage site since medieval times and features stunning architecture.
St Martin's in Canterbury, Kent, is the oldest church in England. We believe it's also the oldest complete standing building. The exterior is partially built of Roman brick and rubble. The interior contains a chancel from the 7th century (altered in the 14th century) and a Norman stone basin.
The university's unofficial coat of arms was accompanied by the Latin motto: Ergo tua rura manebunt (therefore the lands shall remain yours). Because of the land holdings with which the Provincial Government endowed the early University, this was appropriate.
