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It's been awhile since my last giveaway here. Its high time to catch up so look out for more. And good luck everyone!
Instead of thanks give me some local legend you know :)

Druon Antigoon is a Flemish folkloric character. He was a mythical giant who lived in Antwerp.

Guarding a bridge on the river Scheldt, he exacted a toll from those crossing the river. For those who refused, he severed one of their hands and threw it into the river. Eventually, Antigoon was slain by a young Roman soldier named Brabo, who cut off the giant's own hand and flung it into the river.

According to folklore, and as celebrated by the statue in front of the town hall, this legend is the origin of the name Antwerp: Antwerpen, from Dutch hand werpen—akin to Old English hand and wearpan (= to throw), that has changed to today's warp.

Only local legend I really know about.

8 years ago
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Thanks Lionheart ;) That was great story.

8 years ago
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You are most welcome.

8 years ago
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thank you!

8 years ago
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Thnx

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ty

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ᴛʜᴀɴᴋs ғᴏʀ ᴛʜᴇ ᴄʜᴀɴᴄᴇ :*

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ty

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Thanks :)

8 years ago
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whoah, such a nostalgia, thank you! :)

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