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Updated 7 April, 2023 - 16:55 Robbie Mitchell

Ye Olde Dragon Slayer: The Legend of St George (Video)

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In a time long ago, in a land far away, there lived a legendary hero whose name echoed throughout the ages. He was a mighty warrior, a skilled knight, and a fierce dragon slayer. This hero's name was St. George, and his story has captured the imagination of people for centuries.

From his humble beginnings as a Roman soldier to his epic battle against a monstrous dragon, St. George's tale is one of bravery, chivalry, and triumph over evil. This is the legend St George and how he slew the dragon.

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