The History of Jack O’ Lanterns

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The History of Jack O’ Lanterns

With Halloween approaching, we’re entering into many peoples favorite time of year. From the free candy to the spooky decorations, Halloween has become a night to have fun for many across the world. Many people’s favorite activity is carving pumpins into Jack o’ lanterns, but why are they even called that?

The name Jack o’ lantern makes a little sense, after all the pumpkin has a face (I guess his name is Jack?) and usually there’s a light inside – that’s the o’ lantern part? Well I guess that solves it then…

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