The Legend of Robin Hood: Overview Robin Hood is a legendary outlaw known for: "Robbing from the rich and giving to the poor" Fighting against tyranny and injustice , especially under corrupt officials Living in Sherwood Forest with his band of loyal followers known as the Merry Men Key Characters Robin Hood : The skilled archer and swordsman, often portrayed as a nobleman turned outlaw. Little John : His large and loyal second-in-command, ironically named. Friar Tuck : A jolly and rebellious monk who ...
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The Legend of Robin Hood: Overview Robin Hood is a legendary outlaw known for: "Robbing from the rich and giving to the poor" Fighting against tyranny and injustice , especially under corrupt officials Living in Sherwood Forest with his band of loyal followers known as the Merry Men Key Characters Robin Hood : The skilled archer and swordsman, often portrayed as a nobleman turned outlaw. Little John : His large and loyal second-in-command, ironically named. Friar Tuck : A jolly and rebellious monk who supports Robin's cause. Maid Marian : Robin's love interest, often depicted as a noblewoman or someone who joins the Merry Men. Will Scarlet : A fiery and stylish member of the band. The Sheriff of Nottingham : The main villain, representing law and oppression. He enforces the rule of Prince John. Prince John : The usurper on the throne while King Richard the Lionheart is away on crusade. Origins and Evolution The earliest written records of Robin Hood go back to the 14th century , in ballads like "A Gest of Robyn Hode" . At first, Robin was more of a yeoman (commoner) than a noble, and he wasn't always the noble hero we know today-some early versions depict him as more of a rough outlaw. Over time, especially during the Tudor period , Robin was gentrified-made into a dispossessed nobleman (like the Earl of Huntingdon) fighting injustice. Historical Connections? There's no solid proof Robin Hood was a real person, but several historical figures may have inspired the tales. Candidates include: Robert Hood of Yorkshire Various "Robin Hoods" listed in medieval court records Possible ties to resistance against Prince John during the late 12th and early 13th centuries Cultural Impact Robin Hood has appeared in hundreds of books, plays, films, and TV shows , from Errol Flynn's swashbuckling adventures to gritty modern retellings. He remains a symbol of rebellion, social justice, and the fight for the common people.
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