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It is often assumed that he is only a legend, but others contend that he was a historical character. There has been a great deal of debate on the historicity of the famous outlaw. This article examines some of the latest research and theories on this question and tries to determine a real Robin Hood?
====The What is the story of Robin Hood==? ==The story of Robin Hood is so well known. The story was set in 13th century England, and Robin Hood was the alias of Robin of Locksley and an Earl. He was a follower of King Richard I (the Lionheart), who had his throne usurped by his brother John when he went on Crusade. Robin is forced to become an outlaw by the evil King John, who was a cruel tyrant. The Sheriff of Nottingham, the King's agent, attempts to capture and kill the brave Robin.
However, he defies him, and in a series of adventures, he escapes the clutches of the Sheriff and his henchmen. Robin assembles several colorful outlaws such as Will Scarlett, Little John, and Friar Tuck. The hero is concerned for the welfare of the poor, and he is opposed to the corrupt aristocracy and clergy. He is a great archer and is a thorough gentleman. The outlaw is typically shown to be in love with the beautiful Maid Marian.
[[File: Robin Hood 2.jpg|200px|thumb|left|Effigy of Richard I the Lionheart]]
At the end of the tales of Robin Hood, he manages to outwit the Sheriff of Nottingham and helps the rightful king, Richard the Lionheart, reclaim the throne of England. This monarch pardons Robin and even marries him to Maid Marion. However, this is the modern version of the outlaw's tale, and there have been many earlier versions of the outlaw adventures, and these are often very different from the one that we all know so well.<ref> Kennedy, D.N. 'Who was Robin Hood?', Folklore, vol. 66 (1955), pp. 413-415</ref>.
====The development of the legend====
