The Stockholm Skipper and the Dog Aboard

Egentliga Finland · Finland · Site of legend

A skipper pledged away the first aboard, trusting his faithful dog would save him.

This legend from Nagu tells of a skipper in Stockholm who promised the dark one whatever came aboard first on his return, trusting his dog was always first. On arrival he forgot the pledge and went to help his bride aboard, but the cabin boy held her back until the dog was let up first. The dark one snatched the dog and fled, and the captain kept his bride.

FAQ

Where is The Stockholm Skipper and the Dog Aboard located?

The Stockholm Skipper and the Dog Aboard is in Egentliga Finland, Finland.

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Accounts are drawn from local folklore and visitor reports.