Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 32 minutes ago

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Robin Hood is one of the most famous folklore figures. But was there really a historical Robin Hood? How closely does the character we know match up with history? And does it even matter? In this video, I trace the development of the character of Robin Hood - and argue that the search for a 'real' Robin Hood is missing the point.

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Song: The Medieval Banquet
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Song: Towards The Horizon
Composer: Alexander Nakarada
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"Teller of the Tales"
Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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