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The story of the giant of Cassel

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The story of the giant of Cassel

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  • Location: Cassel, Dunkirk, Northern France, France

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    October 23, 2024

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    Giant Papa and Giant Maman
    Giant Papa: This figure was built in 1827 by Ambroise Bafcop and stands 6.25 metres high. He is dressed as a Roman soldier and carries a helmet, a shield, a glaive and a staff.
    Giant Maman: This figure was built in 1860 by Alexis Bafcop, Ambroise's brother. She is dressed as a female fisherman and stands 5.50 metres high.


    There is a legend that Giant Papa and Giant Maman were once transporting a motte of stones together to fill a ravine, but they quarreled and let the motte fall, forming the famous Mont Cassel.
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    Location: Cassel, Dunkirk, Northern France, France

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