The National Cathedral in Washington has reported an increase in tourist traffic trying to spot the grotesque, or gargoyle like, replica that is said to resemble Darth Vader, the villain of the "Star Wars" movies.(PEOPLE)(Brief Article)

From: National Catholic Reporter | Date: June 3, 2005 | Copyright information

The National Cathedral in Washington has reported an increase in tourist traffic trying to spot the grotesque, or gargoyle like, replica that is said to resemble Darth Vader, the villain of the ...

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