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In Hathersage, Derbyshire, members of the Foresters' Society pay tribute to Little John in this topical newsreel.

Members of the Foresters' Society pay homage to Robin Hood's right-hand man, Little John, in this fascinating newsreel item. They parade the streets of Hathersage and visit his grave, appropriately dressed in Robin Hood tribute outfits.

The Ancient Order of Foresters was originally a freemasonry society, later becoming the Foresters' Society. It's now known as Foresters Friendly Society and provides insurance and financial products.