This is the story of Florian!

The Saints are the Sinners who Keep on Trying - Robert Louis Stevenson

This is the story of Florian!

Patron Saint of Firemen and Brewers;
Invoked against the ravages of Fires and Floods

Florian's story took place long ago. Florian was an Austrian martyr living in the 4th Century. It is said he once doused a raging fire by pouring a single pitcher of fluid upon it. This great deed has left him popular, not only with firefighters, but also with beer lovers and brewers, who are also known for emptying pitchers. Wear a Saint Florian medal to guard against fires and floods. And the next time you enjoy a nice cold pitcher of beer, raise your glass high and make a toast in honor of Saint Florian.

© 1998

This story is dedicated to all the
New Orleans Firefighters
who visit "Pete's" at 6th and Chippewa!

Wear this medal
and then share it with
someone you love!

Each SfS medal is imported from Italy,
painted by hand in
New Orleans, Louisiana,
and is a one-of-a-kind original.