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King the football-playing stallion was bought by Essex farmer Bill Foyle from a Midlands
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King the football-playing stallion was bought by Essex farmer Bill Foyle from a Midlands
King the football-playing stallion was bought by Essex farmer Bill Foyle from a Midlands slaughter market in 1963 for 35. Bill soon discovered that the seven-year-old enjoyed a game of football and ended up playing with him every Saturday in the season. After the game the two would go together for a post-match drink in the local pub. Date: 1964
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In the quaint English countryside of the 1960s, an extraordinary friendship blossomed between a man and an animal, forever immortalized in this photograph. Essex farmer Bill Foyle, a man of rugged charm and unyielding spirit, made an unexpected discovery at a Midlands slaughter market in 1963. Amongst the hustle and bustle of the market, Bill's keen eyes spotted a seven-year-old stallion named King, a majestic creature with a regal bearing and an air of mystery. Defying the norms of his time, Bill saw something special in the horse and decided to buy him for the modest sum of 35 pounds. Little did Bill know that King harbored a secret passion for the beautiful game of football. With the autumn leaves falling gently from the trees and the crisp air of the English autumn enveloping the countryside, Bill and King's unique bond grew stronger with each passing day. Every Saturday during the football season, the duo would meet on the lush, green pastures of Bill's farm for an exhilarating game of football. King, with his powerful legs and agile movements, proved to be a formidable opponent, while Bill, with his unwavering determination and infectious enthusiasm, served as the perfect partner. The two would engage in a thrilling game of give and go, with King skillfully maneuvering the ball between his hooves and Bill cheering him on with unbridled excitement. As the sun began to set and the day's game came to an end, the two friends would share a well-deserved post-match drink at the local pub, basking in the warmth of their camaraderie and the satisfaction of a job well done. The photograph captures this magical moment in time, a testament to the power of friendship and the boundless possibilities that life has to offer. This extraordinary tale of a man and his horse playing football in the English countryside is a reminder that sometimes, the most unlikely friendships can lead to the most unforgettable experiences.
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