Irish Medieval History - Halloween Series - The original Jack O' Lantern. Pumpkins are very easy to carve which is why they have taken over from turnips or more correctly sweds but
Native History Association - Jack-o-lanterns: Halloween's Native Icon - When you carve your pumpkin for Halloween this year, think about this: the first jack-o-lanterns were made with turnips. The custom originated in
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