Swiss folk hero with a crossbow Crossword Clue
4 letters · New York Times · Sunday, September 17, 2017 · 33-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Sunday, September 17, 2017.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · September 17, 2017 · 33-Down · 4 letters
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a Swiss patriot who lived in the early 14th century and who was renowned for his skill as an archer; according to legend an Austrian governor compelled him to shoot an apple from his son's head with his crossbow (which he did successfully without mishap)
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