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The Major Oak, Ancient Tree of Robin Hood Legend, Has Died

The Major Oak, Ancient Tree of Robin Hood Legend, Has Died
NYT World Thursday 18 June 2026, 16:09 UTC By Lynsey Chutel 1 min read
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The Major Oak in Sherwood Forest Nature Reserve in Nottinghamshire, England, in May.

The Major Oak in Sherwood Forest Nature Reserve in Nottinghamshire, England, in May.
Oak (PERSON) Ancient Tree (ORG) Sherwood Forest Nature Reserve (ORG) Nottinghamshire (LOCATION) England (LOCATION)
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