An ancient oak tree said to have sheltered legendary Robin Hood has died - AP News
The 1,200-year-old Major Oak in Sherwood Forest, famously associated with the legend of Robin Hood, is believed to have died. The tree has long been a significant cultural landmark in England.
Why it matters
The loss of such a historic and legendary natural landmark marks the end of a significant piece of British folklore and environmental heritage.
The 1,200-year-old Major Oak in Sherwood Forest, linked to the legend of Robin Hood, is believed to have died. (AP Production: Marissa Duhaney)
The report is a straightforward factual account of a natural event with no political or ideological framing.
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