Swansea Jack: The Dog who Saved A City

[@gaynormainwaring1853]

So glad I came across this.

[@whatchrisdoes]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@stephbailey2934]

Love this story, Swansea history is full of wonderful stories, well told diolch!

[@whatchrisdoes]

Thanks so much for watching, Steph. Such rich histories in Wales, it’s a real pleasure to be able to tell some of them.

[@anthonymichaelwilson8401]

Always remember when you called a Jack walk proud 😊

[@Richard-q7f]

The story of Jack was told by John Davies on the 'History Hunters' on ITV Wales back in 2000, I know because I was on it. I hear that the pub has gone. I've had no luck finding any episodes of the program on youtube, sadly. Lovely dogs retrievers...

[@whatchrisdoes]

Ah that sounds great actually. If you have any luck finding it anywhere, let me know. Best wishes on your search and many thanks for watching this.

[@derekdavies1734]

‘Swansea Jack’ a poem by Derek Davies. Of all the stories I’ve been told the one that captures me most, Is the story of a local dog, rescuing lives there on our coast. One loving pet, a Newfoundland dog, his coat lay shining black, a retriever with a special name, and that name was Swansea Jack. That dog became a hero, helping people that were to drown, twenty seven souls he saved, from the waters of old Swansea town. Brave and fearless, strong and bold, this dog was one to treasure, famous throughout our city, saving lives there at his leisure. This story is one of local pride, those people know him best, Champion of the city, now laid down to rest. His stone lays near the footpath, on the seafront of our past, this legend lives with me forever, and forever may it last. The dog that saved so many lives, his coat lay shining black, forever in our memories, forever Swansea Jack.

[@whatchrisdoes]

Love it. Thanks, Derek!

[@patriciamartin6831]

What a brilliant story

[@whatchrisdoes]

Thanks a lot for checking this out!

[@jamiel.harding4554]

Absolutely love this. Jack lives on - his memory being kept alive through things like this commemorating him. Top work, for a top pup.

[@whatchrisdoes]

Thanks, Jamie! I really appreciate you checking this out.

[@johnsharpTravelandAviation.]

A wonderful and heartwarming story. Well done Chris.

[@whatchrisdoes]

Thank you, John. I really appreciate you checking this out.

[@howardsmith5348]

I was brought up in Swansea and knew about Swansea Jack. Interesting to hear additional information in this well presented video.

[@whatchrisdoes]

Thank you, Howard. I appreciate you watching this. It was a pleasure to visit Swansea and tell this story, one which has fascinated me for years.

[@barrymorgan4958]

The North Dock is now Parc Tawe shopping park. The Dock where Weavers used to be was the North Dock Basin

[@whatchrisdoes]

Cheers!

[@Leinad321]

Awesome video, well put together, good narration, nice clips of the city and of course great history about Jack. What a wonderful dog he was. Good job all.

[@whatchrisdoes]

Thanks a lot for checking this out and for the kind words, Daniel!

[@theartofsok]

What a cracking video, da iawn Jack, gwboi!

[@whatchrisdoes]

Diolch! I really appreciate you checking this out.

[@elsiewoodcock9615]

What a lovely story they should never remove his resting a real four legged hero.

[@whatchrisdoes]

I really appreciate you checking this out!

[@chrismattravers5434]

A great story.... a wonderful dog!

[@whatchrisdoes]

I really appreciate you checking this out, Chris.

[@chrismattravers5434]

@@whatchrisdoes Thank you. A terrific, sad but wonderful story.... keep the faith !

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Great story well told 👍

[@whatchrisdoes]

Thanks so much. I appreciate you checking this out. Hope all is well that end.

[@pippa450]

Aww Chris man, absolutely loved that, it's an amazing story, told perfectly. Hope you and Olivia are good brother. Big love Andrew Pompa (Clare's bro-in-law) x

[@whatchrisdoes]

Hey Andrew, brilliant to hear from you!! Thanks so much for checking this out, very much appreciated. Olivia sends her love. Hope we get to see you soon!! x

[@jamiekey8569]

the bestest boy xxxxx

[@whatchrisdoes]

💙🐕‍🦺

[@steveparryadventures4185]

Another well put together and brilliant video from you 👍

[@whatchrisdoes]

Thanks for watching, Steve. I really appreciate it!

[@daismith]

Nice job. I really enjoyed!

[@whatchrisdoes]

I really appreciate you checking this out. Glad you enjoyed!

[@richardcaig9836]

Great video thank you very much.

[@whatchrisdoes]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@familycurious3813]

Stellar work as always, Chris 👍🏻👍🏻

[@whatchrisdoes]

Thank you so much!

[@HariiLord]

The definition of a good boy

[@whatchrisdoes]

Absolutely! Thanks a lot for checking this out.

[@OlegMokhov]

super story!!!!

[@whatchrisdoes]

Thanks for watching, Oleg!

[@kcgeil]

Magic

[@whatchrisdoes]

Diolch!

[@lisadavies7001]

I gad n idea about Jack - being from the Swansea Valley you think i would! I'm going to try and visit his memorial for all the Good Boi's ... Nice work Chris.

[@whatchrisdoes]

Thanks a lot for checking this out. It’s a lovely memorial in such a nice spot with loads of dogs everywhere to fuss over.

[@nedshakespear3904]

YES YES YES YES YES

[@NikkiLoganAuthor]

Good boy, Jack! (Tho I'm a bit disturbed to hear that his owner was buried in the back yard... was that a thing in 1937?)

[@whatchrisdoes]

I thought that too. I've been reluctantly doing any gardening ever since. Thanks a lot for watching!

[@Swanseaguy1979]

There needs to be a Tom Hanks movie made about this story

[@whatchrisdoes]

I absolutely agree. Thanks for watching this!

[@LeeMichaelWalton]

ardderchog!

[@whatchrisdoes]

💙🐕‍🦺

[@richardcaig9836]

Great video thank you much.

[@whatchrisdoes]

Thanks so much for checking this out. I’m glad you enjoyed.