<p>Was <a href="https://www.historyextra.com/period/medieval/robin-hood-real-myths-facts/">Robin Hood</a> one man – or many? In this video, Dr David Musgrove shares some of the medieval rebels who may have inspired England’s greatest outlaw, and discover how history has turned him into a folk hero.</p><p>Drawing on expertise from Dr Sean McGlynn, Musgrove examines figures such as <a href="https://www.historyextra.com/period/medieval/8-things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-richard-the-lionheart/">King Richard the Lionheart</a> and King John to anchor the Robin Hood legend in real history. But the earliest stories don’t depict Robin Hood as particularly kind – in fact, he’s often violent. And his iconic green outfit? A mere invention.</p><p>From chopping off heads to fighting the French – dig into the real history behind the Robin Hood that has <a href="https://www.historyextra.com/period/medieval/robin-hood-three-films-outlaw-kevin-costner-prince-thieves-adventures-errol-flynn-basil-rathbone/">so often featured in Hollywood blockbusters</a>.</p>
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