A heroine of the war, Lassie of HMS Formidable, WW1
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A heroine of the war, Lassie of HMS Formidable, WW1
Lassie, the dog who helped to save the life of a seaman of H.M.S. Formidable by licking his face and warming his body until he moved, and by calling attention to him. This was after the man had been landed at Lyme Regis and was thought to be dead from exposure. Date: 1915
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Belt Clever Formidable Hero Heroine Lassie Lifesaving Saviour Seaman
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In the midst of the chaos and devastation of the First World War, a remarkable tale of courage and loyalty unfolded on the shores of Lyme Regis, England in 1915. Amidst the ruins of H.M.S. Formidable, which had been wrecked during a storm, a seaman lay unconscious and near death from exposure. The crew, believing him to be lost, had left him behind. However, Lassie, a brave and clever border collie who served on the ship, refused to abandon her comrade. Lassie stayed by the seaman's side, licking his face and warming his body with her own. Her persistent efforts to rouse him went unnoticed by the passing crowd, but her unwavering devotion paid off. The seaman eventually regained consciousness, and it was Lassie's persistent barking that alerted the nearby townspeople to his presence. This heroic act of loyalty saved the seaman's life, and Lassie became an instant symbol of hope and resilience in the face of the horrors of war. Her story spread quickly, and she was hailed as a heroine and a savior. This poignant image captures the moment of their reunion, a testament to the unbreakable bond between man and dog, even in the most trying of times. The First World War saw the role of animals, particularly dogs, evolve beyond that of mere companions. They served as messengers, sentinels, and even lifesavers, demonstrating their intelligence, courage, and unwavering loyalty. Lassie, the border collie from H.M.S. Formidable, is a shining example of the incredible impact animals can have on the human experience, even in the darkest of times.
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