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Vic Reeves 23 of Walsall has been up this particular pole for twenty four days
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Vic Reeves 23 of Walsall has been up this particular pole for twenty four days
Vic Reeves 23 of Walsall has been up this particular pole for twenty four days. He wants to spend at least six more to beat the world record of thirty days held by an American. The pole is forty feet high and Vics only shelter is the barrel. 10th August 1952.
Published Daily Mirror August 11th 1952 Page 7watscan - - 25/01/2010
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Daily Mirror
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England
Media ID 21460815
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the summer of 1952, where a determined young man named Vic Reeves from Walsall has embarked on an extraordinary feat. Perched atop a towering forty-foot pole, Vic has been defying gravity for twenty-four days straight, with the sole intention of shattering the world record held by an American daredevil. With only a humble barrel as his shelter against the elements, Vic's tenacity is palpable in his unwavering gaze. The image captures both the physical strain and mental fortitude required to endure such an incredible stunt. As he gazes down at us from his lofty perch, one cannot help but wonder about the thoughts racing through his mind – what motivates him? What drives him to push beyond human limits? Published in the Daily Mirror on August 11th, 1952, this photograph serves as a testament to human determination and ambition during that era. It encapsulates not only Vic's personal quest for glory but also reflects society's fascination with daring acts that pushed boundaries. As we reflect upon this snapshot frozen in time, it reminds us of our own aspirations and dreams – those moments when we strive to achieve something remarkable against all odds. Perhaps it encourages us to embrace our inner resilience and reach for new heights just like Vic Reeves did over six decades ago.
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