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Fluffy, the dog. This little dog made a vain effort to save the two years old son
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Fluffy, the dog. This little dog made a vain effort to save the two years old son
Fluffy, the dog.
This little dog made a vain effort to save the two years old son of her master Mr William Ford of Luxborough, Somerset.
The child, Thomas John Ford, had wandered from home and was lost on the hillside. Fluffy found him and guarded him throughout the night until a search party arrived, but the boy died from exposure.
Picture taken 1930s.
Pictures copied 24th September 1939
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Luxborough
Somerset
England
B/W Print
Media ID 21921312
© Mirrorpix
1939 Award Brave Bravery Canine Hero
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Fluffy, the Brave Canine Hero - A Tale of Unyielding Loyalty
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. In this poignant print captured in the 1930s, we witness Fluffy, a small but valiant dog who became an emblem of unwavering loyalty and bravery. The image tells the heart-wrenching story of Fluffy's vain attempt to save her two-year-old master, Thomas John Ford, from peril. On that fateful day in Luxborough, Somerset, young Thomas wandered away from home and found himself lost on a treacherous hillside. It was then that Fluffy embarked on her noble mission to protect him at all costs. Throughout the night, she stood guard over little Thomas as he battled against exposure and fear. Although Fluffy's efforts were nothing short of heroic, tragically they were not enough to save young Thomas' life. Despite her sorrowful defeat in rescuing him physically, her unwavering dedication touched the hearts of all who learned about their bond. This remarkable photograph serves as a timeless reminder of the extraordinary lengths our beloved pets will go to safeguard those they love. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time - taken by Mirrorpix on September 24th, 1939 - let us honor both Fluffy's courage and little Thomas' memory. May their story forever inspire us to cherish our four-legged companions for their unconditional love and selflessness.
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