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On The Record - The classic story of Robin Hood involves Sherwood Forest, robbing the rich to give to the poor, bows and arrows and men in tights. But how did the story of Robin Hood come about? And how has it evolved through the centuries? And also, why has it captured the public imagination for so long?

The National Archives podcast delves into the topic. Host Chloe Lee is joined by National Archives Medieval Specialist Kathryn Maude and Sean Cunningham, who is the head of Medieval Records. And I have to say, what impressive job titles.

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