The arms as used in the Council's current logo

The Coat of arms of York is the official symbol of the local government of the city of York. The borough has been extended a number of times from the original city contained within the city walls. However, the arms have remained the same throughout these changes to the borough. York is a city in Northern England, at the confluence of the Rivers Ouse and Foss. ...

The shield bears the Cross of St. George along with five lions of England. Such strong English influences show the former importance of the city of York when King Edward III made it the capital while he was fighting against Scotland. The Royal Coat of Arms of the United Kingdom displayed an inescutcheon of the arms of Hanover between 1801 and 1837 when the British monarch held the title of King of Hanover. ... This article is about the decoration. ... Edward III (13 November 1312 – 21 June 1377) was one of the most successful English kings of medieval times. ... Motto: (Eng: No one provokes me with impunity)1 Anthem: Multiple unofficial anthems Capital Edinburgh Largest city Glasgow Official language(s) English, Gaelic, Scots 2 Government Constitutional monarchy  - Queen of the UK Queen Elizabeth II  - Prime Minister of the UK Tony Blair MP  - First Minister Jack McConnell MSP Unification    - by...