Also known as "Vincentius of Valencia", the saint was, according to legend, a deacon of Bishop Valerius of Valencia in Spain. The name means "the victor" and his day of remembrance is 22 January. He died a cruel martyr's death in 304. St Vincent is usually depicted with a bunch of grapes in his hand. He is the patron saint of roofers,...
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