The Royal British Legion in Brixham, Devon, is home to a rather unusual ghostly resident. Francois, a French prisoner of war from the Napoleonic wars, has been seen sitting in the bar, a regular spot for a spectral presence. It's thought that Francois might have been a captive held in the area during the wars, and his spirit has lingered on, perhaps finding some comfort in the familiar surroundings of a pub. While there's no concrete evidence of Francois's story, his appearances have been reported by multiple people over the years, adding to the intrigue of this Brixham haunting.

Historical records from the Napoleonic wars reveal that French prisoners of war were indeed held in various locations across the UK, including Devon. It's plausible that Francois was one such captive, and his death might have occurred in or around Brixham. The Royal British Legion, now a public house, has a long history, and it's possible that Francois's spirit has been drawn to the site for reasons unknown. Witnesses have reported seeing him sitting in the bar, a visual manifestation that has been documented since the 1980s. While the details of Francois's story are sketchy, his ghostly presence has become a part of Brixham's paranormal folklore.