The saltire as a symbol of Mercia may have been in use since the time of King Offa. |
It appears that Offa had to pay an annual tribute of 365 mancuses in coin to the Pope. |
One of New York's Finest yelled at him, 'Yo, get offa da sidewalk. |
The arms were subsequently used by the Abbey of St Albans, founded by King Offa of Mercia. |
Offa is credited with the construction of Offa's Dyke, marking the border between Wales and Mercia. |
But, believe it or not, there will come a time when you will be ready to get up offa that thang and be happy again. |