Silvius Brabo

Silvius Brabo is a legendary figure associated with the Dutch city of Antwerp. According to the story, he was a brave soldier who defeated a brutal giant named Druon Antigon by cutting off his hand and throwing it into the river. This act symbolized justice and the city's fight against tyranny. The story is a foundational legend for Antwerp, whose name is believed to derive from the Dutch word "hand werpen," meaning "to throw a hand," referring to Brabo's deed. Today, his story is an important part of Antwerp's cultural identity and heraldry.