The true origin of Paul Bunyan and his companion, Babe the Blue Ox, may never be known. Some experts trace the folklore legend to French-Canadian or European origin, while others believe it was the fabrication of a logging company of the early 1900s. All agree that this folk legend has captured the imagination of people across North America for more than 100 years. This larger-than-life man represents loggers who helped expand the western frontier. In lumbering regions across the nation, tales of his adventures vary depending on the locale. Stories about Paul Bunyan center on his unbelievable strength, speed, and skill as a legendary lumberjack.