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Swansea Jack
Welsh dog known for rescuing humans / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Swansea Jack (1930 – October 1937) was a famous Welsh dog who rescued 27 people from the docks and riverbanks of Swansea, Wales.[1]
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Species | Dog |
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Breed | Retriever, locally called a "Newfoundland dog" (see text) |
Sex | Male |
Born | Jack 1930 Possibly Newfoundland, Canada (see text) |
Died | October 1937(Aged 7) Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom |
Resting place | The Promenade, opposite St Helen's Rugby Ground 51° 38' 0" North, 3° 58' 0" West |
Nation from | Wales |
Occupation | Lifeguard |
Employer | North Dock |
Years active | 1931-1937 |
Known for | Rescuing 27 people |
Title | Named "Dog of the Century" by National Canine Defence League; more (see text) |
Owner | William Thomas |
Appearance | Black retriever-type, longish hair, similar to a Flat-Coated Retriever |
Awards | Lord Mayor of London: Silver Cup; National Canine Defence League: bronze medal (twice); Publicly funded burial monument: Marble and Bronze; more (see text). |
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