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THE KNIGHT AND THE FIRE-BREATHING DRAGON: THE LEGEND OF DUNDEE

Long ago, a terrifying dragon roamed in the hills near the Scottish city of Dundee. Its fiery breath set crops ablaze, and its sharp claws tore apart the livestock. For years, the dragon wreaked havoc and struck fear into the hearts of all who lived nearby. But one day, a brave knight decided to face the beast and end its reign of terror.

The knight Sir John de Strachan had heard of the destruction and knew he had to act fast. He donned his armor and took up his sword and shield, setting out to find the dragon and slay it. For days he searched, following clues and talking to locals until he finally spotted the dragon high atop a nearby hill.

Sir john approached the dragon cautiously, watching as it breathed flames and roared in anger. But the knight was determined to save the people of Dundee, so he charged forward with his sword drawn. The dragon met him head-on, swiping its massive claws at the knight.

Fortunately, Sir John was nimble and quick, dodging the attacks and striking back with his sword. The battle raged on for hours, and the knight and the dragon trading blows caused the earth to shake with each clash.

Finally, Sir John saw his chance. He thrust his sword deep into its heart, and with a final roar, the beast fell to the ground, lifeless. The people of Dundee rejoiced, cheering as Sir John emerged victorious.

And so, the legend of the Dundee dragon was born. For centuries, the story of sir john de Strachan’s bravery and the defeat of the fire-breathing beast has been told and retold, a reminder of the strength and courage of the Scottish people. And today, a statue of the dragon stands in the city of Dundee as a tribute to the legendary battle that took place so long ago.

SOME INTERESTING AND LESSER-KNOWN FACTS ABOUT THE LEGEND THAT YOU MAY FIND INTERESTING:

• The legend of the Dundee Dragon is not unique to Dundee. Similar legends exist in other parts of Scotland and the world, featuring dragons or other mythical beasts that terrorized local communities.

• The statue of the Dundee Dragon that stands in the city today was created in 2011 by sculptor Tony Morrow. It stands over four meters tall and is made of steel.

• There is a local rugby team in Dundee called the Dundee Dragons, which takes its name from the legendary creature.

• Some versions of the legend suggest that the dragon was not a native creature to Scotland, but rather was brought there by invading armies.

• The story of the Dundee Dragon has been adapted into various forms of popular culture, including novels, movies, and video games.

• While the details of the legend itself are not based on factual events, the story has become an important part of Scottish folklore and continues to capture the imaginations of people around the world.

AUTHOR: SCHOTTISH FOLKLORE

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