Brecknockshire

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BRECKNOCKSHIRE

Incorporated into : 1974 Powys

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Official blazon

Origin/meaning

The County used an unofficial coat of arms, which was attributed to the legendary King Brychan, after whom the County was named. The motto means Unity, Peace, Prosperity. These arms formed the basis for those granted to <a href=b/brecknoc|Brecknock]].

Literature : Image and information provided by Laurence Jones.