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Ancient Oak Tree

Ancient Oak Tree
Sherwood forest in central England was formerly a royal forest. It is famous as the hideout of legendary English outlaw Robin Hood during the late-14th or early-15th century. Shown here is an oak tree in the forest with props supporting its heavy branches.
Robert Estall/CORBIS-BETTMANN
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United Kingdom; Sherwood Forest
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