The ‘cabbage’ and the ‘Wessex Dragon’
In 1903, the 1st XV badge, known irreverently as the ‘cabbage’, was replaced with the ‘Wessex Dragon’ badge. The ‘cabbage’ badge had been introduced for the 1st XV in 1874, along with the plain blue jersey. Prior to this, the 1st XV had worn a jersey with magenta, black and white stripes and a cap to match. … Read more