E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898.
Leger.
St. Leger Stakes (Doncaster): so called from Colonel Anthony St. Leger, who founded them in 1776. The
colonel was governor of St. Lucia, and cousin of the Hon. Elizabeth St. Leger (the lady Freemason).
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The St. Leger Stakes are for both colts and mares. Those which have run in the Derby or Oaks are eligible.
