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» For Trinacria as a place-name in Greek mythology, see Thrinacia.
Trinacria is both an alternative name for
Sicily and its national symbol (an ancient form of the
Triskelion) which also appears on its
flag.
Historically, the name was used after the
Peace of Caltabellotta (
1302) to distinguish between the two Sicilies that became a reality after the
War of the Sicilian Vespers.
Frederick III of Sicily was recognised as king over Sicily, with the title of "King of
Trinacria."
Charles of Anjou was recognised as king over the southern portion of the Italian peninsula, with the title of
King of Sicily, usually rendered by historians as "King of
Naples," for such was his capital.
Mythology
The
Medusa in the center implies the protection of the Goddess
Athena, the patron Goddess of the Isle.
In early mythology, Medusa was the destructive aspect of Athena. Later, she was a monster slain by the hero Perseus, whose head then adorned Athena's shield.
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