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To the lions of Longleat, Lord BathOs place in Wiltshire, the figure looked real
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To the lions of Longleat, Lord BathOs place in Wiltshire, the figure looked real
To the lions of Longleat, Lord BathOs place in Wiltshire, the figure looked real. They attacked with all the ferocity expected of the king of the beasts. People in nearby cars thought the figure was real, too. They looked in anguish at what they thought was a man being mauled. But the figure was a dummy.
BBC television, were making a film to demonstrate what might happen to any Longleat visitor foolish enough to get out of his car to feed the lions.
June 1968
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to June 1968 at Longleat, Lord BathOs place in Wiltshire. The image showcases a figure that appeared so lifelike, it deceived both the majestic lions and unsuspecting onlookers. With all the ferocity expected of the king of beasts, these magnificent creatures attacked with relentless force. Nearby individuals in their cars were filled with anguish as they believed a man was being mercilessly mauled before their eyes. Little did they know that this figure was nothing more than a dummy strategically placed by BBC television for an important purpose. They were filming a thought-provoking documentary to demonstrate the potential dangers faced by foolish visitors who dare to step out of their vehicles at Longleat Safari Park to feed these wild predators. The photograph captures not only the intensity and power of these incredible animals but also highlights our innate human instinct to protect one another. It serves as a stark reminder that even within the safety of our modern world, nature's raw strength can still evoke fear and awe. This remarkable snapshot transports us back in time to witness this thrilling moment when reality blurred with fiction. It is an extraordinary testament to both the beauty and danger that coexist within our natural world – forever etched into history through Mirrorpix's lens.
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