This official flag of Lincolnshire was unveiled on 24 October 2005. It was chosen in a popular vote organized by BBC Radio Lincolnshire along with Lincolnshire Life magazine. The winning design was created by Michelle Andrews, a Lincolnshire-born web producer at BBC Lincolnshire.
The flag features a red cross edged in yellow and bearing a yellow fleur-de-lys, on a background of green and blue quarters. The green represents the rolling hills and vast fields of the Lincolnshire Wolds and the Fens, while the blue symbolizes the East Coast and its stunning skies. The red cross in the center represents England, taken from the St. George’s Cross. Yellow on the flag represents the variety of crops grown across Lincolnshire and is also a nod to the famous local term “Yellowbelly."
Some of the content below is taken from "LincolnshireLive" website and are taken directly as they are to save time. This topic is a bonus for my blog.
👉George Boole - the founding father of computing
Every time you look something up on Google or your smart phone you have Lincoln-born mathematician George Boole (1815-1864) to thank for making it all possible.
He was the son of a shoemaker who lived in Silver Street. Boole was a child maths prodigy who went on to become professor of mathematics and Dean of Science at Queen's College, Cork, Ireland.
He devised Boolean logic on which modern computer code is based, in 1854. And his code is used to give you the best search results on Google.
A statue of George Boole is proposed to be erected outside Lincoln train station.
Applicants the Heslam Trust said: “The contribution George Boole made to computer science has been recognised globally by naming a crater on the moon after him.
“It was acknowledged by Alan Turing at Bletchley Park during World War Two that Boolean logic led them to the design of the computer which eventually broke the Enigma Code and is estimated to have shortened the war by two years.
“We feel the city of Lincoln should acknowledge that this important man was born here in Lincoln and remembered with pride.”
Kate Ellis, major developments director at the City of Lincoln Council, said: “George Boole has played a vital role in the advancement of computer science.
"It’s incredible to think every time we use a smart phone or a computer, it is the work of a Lincoln man nearly two centuries ago that made it possible.”
👉Stephen Langton - the man who dreamed Magna Carta
Stephen Langton, a young county cleric from Langton by Wragby, who later became the Archbishop of Canterbury, instilled in Magna Carta his ideas on enshrining the rights, privileges and liberties of the clergy and nobles and placing limits on the power of the crown.
Within weeks of agreeing to it, King John renounced the document and cut a swathe through Lincolnshire in civil war to save his throne.
Illness ended his life in Newark Castle, but fighting continued until the climax was reached in a battle in Lincoln, which defeated the French prince and rebel barons, asserting the succession of John's son Henry III to the English throne.
Lincoln Castle is home to one of only four surviving copies of the document dating back to the 13th century.
👉The barcode
Pinchbeck's Key Market store was chosen to host the historic moment when the country's first barcode - on a packet of Melrose teabags - was scanned back in October 1979.
The technological advance featured on an episode of science programme Tomorrow's World.
👉Jet travel - thanks to the man who shrunk the world
RAF officer and engineer Frank Whittle invented jet travel in the heavily-guarded secrecy of RAF Cranwell, near Sleaford.
On May 15, 1941 the first British jet-powered plane took off from the base on a historic 17-minute flight - a moment which would change the way future generations would travel forever.
👉The first policewoman
The first policewoman to be granted full powers of arrest in Great Britain more than 100 years ago was Lincolnshire woman Edith Smith who patrolled the streets of Grantham.
The former midwife worked seven days a week for two years from 1915-17, when her main duties were to deal with the frivolous girls who sold their bodies on the streets in a town were thousands of soldiers trained on their way to the front.
👉And how about another formidable Grantham woman?
Grantham-born Margaret Thatcher (October 13, 1925 – April 8, 2013) led the Conservatives to victory in the 1979 General Election 1979 when she became Britain's first female Prime Minister and served until November 28, 1990.
There have also been claims that the Iron Lady as she became known had invented Mr Whippy Ice Cream.
Well, here's what the company's website says about the story: "Margaret Thatcher in the 1940s before she became Prime Minister did work as a food chemist for J. Lyons and Co.
"At this particular time, they had partnered with a company in the US, Mister Softee, to produce an ice cream mix that works for them in the machines.
"Her role was unclear but the time frame she was at the company producing soft serve for Mister Softee quite possibly means she had some part in inventing Mr Whippy Ice Cream."
👉Lincolnshire sailor gave Australia its name
Captain Matthew Flinders, who was born in Donington, near Spalding, was the first person to circumnavigate what is now Australia in 1803 and used that name to describe the land mass on a map in 1804.
He is a national hero in Australia and more than 100 geographical features are named after him Down Under including Flinders Station in Melbourne, and the town of Flinders in Victoria, and the largest island in the Bass Strait.
He died in 1814 and was buried in the churchyard of St James Piccadilly, Euston, on July 23, 1814.
But his headstone was removed after Euston Station expanded into the burial ground in the 1840s and it was believed his remains were lost.
There was a long-standing myth that he was buried under platform 15
But his remains were discovered during work to build HS2 in Euston and archaeologists were able to identify him from about 40,000 burials by a lead plaque on top of his coffin.
His final resting place will be in at the Church of St Mary and the Holy Rood in Donington, where he was baptised, and where many members of his family are buried.
👉A first for Stamford
Stamford was the first conservation area to be designated in England and Wales in 1967 – since then the whole of the old town and St Martin's has been made an outstanding area of architectural or historic interest that is of national importance.
The town has more than 600 listed buildings – more than half the total for the whole county.
👉Lincolnshire firm gave its name to a popular chocolate brand
William Rose was a tobacconist from Gainsborough who invented the world first tobacco-wrapping machine.
He landed big contracts in the tobacco industry and in 1906 Rose Brothers (Gainsborough) Ltd began mechanically wrapping confectionery and bakery products.
Cadbury's named Roses chocolates after the company in 1938 in recognition of the firm's invention of the first machine that could wrap differently shaped sweets.
👉The Modern-Day Good Samaritan
Chad Varah, born on November 12, 1911, in Barton-upon-Humber, is renowned for founding The Samaritans, an organization that has left a profound and lasting legacy. Every day, more than 10,000 individuals reach out to The Samaritans during times of need, with 2020 seeing 20,000 volunteers, including 1,000 trained listeners from within prisons, dedicating their time to support others. On November 2, 1953, Vicar Chad Varah answered the very first call after establishing the helpline for those contemplating suicide, describing himself as "a man willing to listen, with a base and an emergency telephone." Today, The Samaritans offer support 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and 365 days a year through the dedicated helpline number 116 123.
👉A Swift's flight: Soaring to a Nest of Compassion in Nursing
Sarah Swift, born on November 22, 1854, at the Blossom Hall Estate in Kirton Skeldyke, is celebrated as the founder of the Royal College of Nursing. Although she was retired from nursing when World War I began, Swift returned to service as the matron-in-chief of the Nursing Division of the Joint War Committee, a role that earned her the Dame Grand Cross of the Order of the British Empire in 1919. During this time, she recognized the need for standardized nurse training, leading her to establish the College of Nursing in 1916, which became the Royal College of Nursing 23 years later. Today, it continues to support nurses as the world's largest nursing union and professional body, ensuring her legacy endures in the field of nursing.
👉Victoria’s Laureate: Where History Meets Harmony
Alfred, Lord Tennyson, born on August 6, 1809, in Somersby, is renowned for serving as the Poet Laureate during much of Queen Victoria's reign. He was selected as poet laureate in succession to the exemplary fellow Englishman William Wordsworth. In 1884 he was bestowed with the title peerage "Alfred, Lord Tennyson". His poetry continues to resonate globally, with classic works such as "Ulysses," "Morte d'Arthur," "Break, Break, Break," and "Oh! That 'Twere Possible" remaining extremely popular. Tennyson's enduring legacy is also evident in the phrases he coined, including "tooth and claw" and the poignant sentiment expressed in "’tis better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all," which we still use today, highlighting his profound impact on the language and literature.
👉Steel-ing the Show: The Huntsman Crucible Story
Benjamin Huntsman, born on June 4, 1704, in Epworth, is renowned for developing crucible, or cast, steel. His innovative crucible steel was notable for its uniform composition and relative purity compared to other steels of that era. This type of steel enabled the city of Sheffield - the Steel City - to produce high-quality scythes, horticultural and garden tools, and even cutlery that were sold worldwide. In addition to his work in steel, Huntsman crafted clocks and instruments, utilizing his steel for clock and watch springs. Initially, Sheffield cutlers deemed his material too hard for their needs; however, it wasn't until they noticed the superiority of European cutlery, which Huntsman supplied with his crucible steel, that they recognized the value of his top-secret foundry material. Today, Huntsman is remembered for his significant contributions to the steel industry and the craftsmanship of cutlery.
👉Getting Methodical with Mr. Wesley
Born in Epworth on June 28, 1703, John Wesley is famously remembered as the driving force behind Methodism. This theologian left a lasting legacy by challenging the religious norms of his era through a revivalist movement. Though reports suggest he never intended for Methodism to break away from the Church of England, his methodical approach to Christian practice – characterized by regular bible study, prayer meetings, charitable acts, and communion – resonated deeply with many. As a non-conformist who lived his faith deliberately, Wesley's influence grew significantly, leading to the establishment of the Methodist Church, now the fourth largest Christian denomination in Britain. It's worth noting the significant contribution of his brother, Charles Wesley, whose prolific hymn writing, totaling over 6,500 hymns, also played a vital role in shaping the movement.
👉From Willoughby to the New World: Smith's Legacy
While his exact birthdate remains uncertain, John Smith was baptised on January 6, 1580, in Willoughby and rose to prominence as an explorer and a crucial early leader of the Jamestown Colony, the first permanent English settlement in North America. His impact extended beyond leadership, as he famously named the region of early English colonization "New England" and meticulously mapped significant portions of the territory. Smith is also remembered as an influential writer who effectively promoted the New World to potential English settlers, painting a picture of abundance that is credited with attracting hundreds to North America.
👉The Lincolnshire visionary who shaped America's infrastructure
William Weston, born in 1763, Kirby-on-Bain, was a prominent civil engineer in the late 18th century, known for his significant contributions to infrastructure development in both England and the United States. He first gained recognition for his work on Trent Bridge in Gainsborough between 1787 and 1791. In 1792, Weston sailed from Falmouth to the U.S. to embark on a five-year engagement as the chief engineer for the Schuylkill and Susquehanna Navigation Company in Pennsylvania. His involvement in this project enhanced waterway access in the region, facilitating trade and commerce along the Schuylkill and Susquehanna Rivers. Weston also played a critical role in the Western and Northern Inland Lock Navigation Companies in New York, where he designed locks and canals that promoted efficient movement of goods. In Massachusetts, he contributed to the Middlesex Canal, an early example of successful canal engineering that connected the Merrimack River to Boston Harbor. He was instrumental in the construction of the Schuylkill Permanent Bridge in Philadelphia, which improved transport across the Schuylkill River. His efforts extended to navigation projects on the Potomac River, further cementing his impact on the burgeoning U.S. infrastructure. Weston's innovative techniques and engineering practices laid the groundwork for future developments in civil engineering, influencing generations of engineers and contributing to the professionalization of the field in America.
👉The Lincolnshire Shooting Star of Science and Philosophy
Isaac Newton was born at Woolsthorpe Manor on Christmas Day, December 25th, 1642. A monumental man, Newton changed the way we understand the universe by discovering the laws of gravity and motion, developed his version of calculus, which he called "the method of fluxions," and also invented the reflecting telescope. By using mirrors instead of lenses, Newton’s telescope reduced chromatic aberration, allowing for clearer and more powerful observations of the cosmos. This innovation significantly advanced the field of astronomy. He also wrote the book: Principia Mathematica (1687), which some cite as the culmination of the Scientific Revolution and the beginning of the Enlightenment. On the telescope:
"Newton’s invention was a response to the limitations of refracting telescopes....His design, which used a primary concave mirror to gather light and a secondary flat diagonal mirror to reflect the image to the eyepiece, eliminated chromatic aberration and produced clearer images...Newton’s invention marked a significant milestone in the development of telescopes and had a profound impact on the scientific revolution." - Telescope Nerd website (a brilliant in-depth look at telescopes throughout history).
Calculus is now the basic entry point for anyone wishing to study physics, chemistry, biology, economics, finance, or actuarial science. Calculus makes it possible to solve problems as diverse as tracking the position of a space shuttle or predicting the pressure building up behind a dam as the water rises. Computers have become a valuable tool for solving calculus problems that were once considered impossibly difficult. - Britannica website.
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