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Spring-heeled Jack. Spring-heeled Jack is an entity in English folklore of the Victorian era. The first claimed sighting of Spring-heeled Jack was in 1837. [1] Later sightings were reported all over the United Kingdom and were especially prevalent in suburban London, the Midlands and Scotland.
Oct 2, 2021 · Spring-Heeled Jack was a shape-shifting figure that terrorized London in the 1830s, attacking young women with claws and fire. Learn about the history, legends, and pop culture references of this mysterious entity that still haunts the streets of London.
Oct 6, 2016 · Spring-Heeled Jack was a legendary figure who terrorized Londoners in the 19th century with his supernatural leaps and blue flames. Learn about his origins, attacks, and legacy in this article by Eric Grundhauser.
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May 18, 2015 · During the 1850’s and 60’s Spring-heeled Jack was also seen all over England, particularly in the Midlands. The Army in 1870 set traps to catch him after scared sentries reported being terrified by a man who sprang on to the roof of their sentry box. Also in 1870, angry townsfolk in Lincoln are reported to have shot at him in the street ...
Spring Heel Jack is an English electronic music duo, consisting of John Coxon and Ashley Wales. Formed in 1993 in London, England , Spring Heel Jack began their career exploring drum and bass and jungle , but have since branched out into free improvisation and jazz , collaborating with many musicians from Europe and the United States.
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- London, England
- Ashley Wales, John Coxon
- 1994–present
Spring-heeled Jack, Jack, the Devil is a character of Urban legend, Folklore, and Cryptzoology in Victorian era Britain. Being first sighted in 1837, more frequent tales emerged throughout the ensuring century. His name, Spring-heeled, comes from its' ability to leap over great distances and heights.
