Legends
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Dark Christmas Legends
Dark legends lurk behind the lights and merriment of Christmas: some talk of goblins and gnomes, others about Santa's sinister companions.
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The Tooth Fairy and Other Legends
Read about some of the interesting tooth traditions from around the world.
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Valentine’s Signs and Symbols
Valentine's Day is a day to celebrate love and friendship but do you ever wonder why we put lace on hearts or doves on cards to say 'I love you'?
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Who Was Saint Valentine
There are many legends about Saint Valentine, the man whose name was given to the popular holiday of both lovers and children alike. Here are the most common stories.
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Superstitions of the Sea
Superstitions were a part of everyday life for the sailors Here we take a look at some of their common beliefs and superstitions
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Henry Morgan
Henry Morgan was perhaps the most successful buccaneer. Here we explore some of his adventures and the man behind the myth.
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Women who Ruled the seas
It wasn't just men who sailed underneath the black flag, women had their share of plundering, pillaging and all things Pirate as well.
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Nightmares of the Deep
The myths and legends of Sea Monsters are endless. Here we look at some of the more infamous creatures such as Mermaids, Sea Serpents and the Kraken.
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Blackbeard
The legend of Blackbeard has been told and retold in many different ways. Here some of the actual history of this infamous pirate is revealed.
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Calamity Jane
There are many legends in the American West. One of the greatest is that of Calamity Jane. Here we see how she got her name in the process of saving an Army Hero.
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Hiawatha
On a mission of peace Hiawatha faced hardship as he united the people of the Iroquois nation.
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The legend of Sleepy Hollow
The legend of Sleepy Hollow is much more than just a Ghost story. It leaves the reader with a moral lesson learned and questions asked at the end of the story.
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King Arthur and The Sword
Arthur was not just handed the kingdom. The odds were against him to become king however he did not give up and became a man of legend.
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St George and the Dragon
The story of a Saint that saved a town and became the patron saint of England
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