Dear Mr Cornwell Firstly, thank you for some excellent books, particularly the Grail Quest and Arthur series. I’m currently reading ‘The Last Kingdom’ having started the series with book two! Given the significance and magnitude of the events captured in the Saxon Stories, my question might be somewhat obscure. I am intrigued by your reference to Alfred’s banner as a white dragon (Wyvern) on a green background whereas the ‘modern’ Wessex flag depicts a golden Wyvern on a red background. I wondered whether you could shed any light on the significance,or otherwise, of the background colour. I understand there were some local variants. Of course, it may be that I am trying to superimpose a modern, ordered approach to what was a very turbulent period of English history and there were no strict rules applied to banners. I would appreciate your thoughts. Many thanks.
Martyn Fry