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Everything Everywhere Daily: History, Science, Geography & More

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The Prussia-John Myth

In hindsight, the Prussia-John story does seem a bit far-fetched. However, there is a small kernel of truth from which the rumors and legends all began. There actually was a Christian population in India on the west coast near the modern-day city of Koshy. The hope for a distant king who would come and save the day was so great that it kept the story alive for centuries.

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