The History of the Jack-O-Lantern
What's the history behind the Jack-O-Lantern ('Seán na Gealaí'), and the carving up of pumpkins every Hallowe'en season?
Tag: Irish
Discussion about Ireland, the Irish language, its history, people and culture.
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