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Punch originally came from Italy, where he was known as Pulcinella. Museum of Childhood, Bethnal Green When he popped up in France, he was called Polichinelle. Museum of Childhood, Edinburgh

He has been making seaside audiences laugh for over 300 years. The cast of Punch, variously including the Crocodile, the Ghost, the Hangman and the Devil himself - is a true rogues gallery.