It is, at such a time as this, a matter for pride that the Society of Antiquaries, since it is named ‘of London’, is directly associated with the City which has suffered, and steadfastly withstood, the utmost that the malice and skill of our enemy could contrive against it during five and a half years. It is likewise a matter for pride that the Society's arms bear the Cross of the patron Saint of England so that, with complete propriety, and in accordance with our charter, we hold our Anniversary Meeting on St. George's Day. In this annus mirabilis, this year of Victory, we feel profound thankfulness for deliverance from the peril of national death which would have been our fate in defeat, and profound appreciation of the wisdom, steadfastness, and courage with which, under our Prime Minister, our national affairs have been carried on in Cabinet, in Parliament, and in battle by air, sea, and land.