But it was during this brief stint with Mr Davies that he experienced his 'asbo' years. To this day, Swansea people are known as Jacks, and fans of Swansea City known as the Jack Army, both thought to be in honour of the famous dog.Ĭarl Gough is preparing to air Swansea Jack's tale at an event in Briton Ferry this Friday, and it's a remarkable story.īorn in 1930, Jack's first owner was Taulford Davies. Such was the gratitude of the community for his amazing bravery and selflessness, he was showered with numerous awards, and even has a memorial commemorating his actions. He has to be one of the most extraordinary dogs in canine history and a whole population may have been named after him.īlack retriever Swansea Jack was feted during his short life after being credited for saving dozens of lives from the sea - including that of a 12-year-old boy.
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