They had as their patron saint St. George, because he was the only one of all the saints who was a horseman. He is the patron saint of cavalry and scouts all over Europe.
St. George is the special saint of England. The battle-cry of the knights used to be, "For Saint George and Merrie England!"
St. George's Day is 23rd April, and on that day all good scouts wear a rose in his honour and fly their flags. Don't forget it on the next 23rd April.
THE KNIGHTS' CODE.
The laws of the knights were these:
"Be Always Ready, with your armour on, except when you are taking your rest at night.
Defend the poor, and help them that cannot defend themselves.
Do nothing to hurt or offend anyone else.
Be prepared to fight in the defence of England.
At whatever you are working try and win honour and a name for honesty.