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Cage of Sir Winston Churchills pet budgerigar Toby
" Waiting" for its vanished occupant: The cage of Sir Winston Churchills pet budgerigar Toby which escaped from a hotel in Monte Carlo on February 14 1961. Sir Winston offered a reward of 22 for the recovery of the missing green-and-white bird which flew out into the Casino gardens. Date: 1961
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1961 Budgerigar Budgie Cage Carlo Casino Churchills Empty Escape Escaped Lost Monte Occupant Toby Vanished Waiting Winston Escapee
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Waiting in Vain: The Empty Cage of Sir Winston Churchill's Escaped Budgerigar Toby This evocative photograph captures the empty cage of Sir Winston Churchill's beloved pet budgerigar Toby, who went missing from his hotel room in Monte Carlo on February 14, 1961. The image shows the vacant cage, adorned with a perch and a small dish, waiting in anticipation for the return of its vanished occupant. Sir Winston, a renowned statesman and Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, was known for his deep affection for Toby, a green-and-white budgerigar. The bird had become a cherished companion to Churchill during his frequent travels, bringing joy and companionship to the political giant. On that fateful day in Monte Carlo, Toby's cage was left open by mistake, allowing the bird to fly out into the Casino gardens. Devastated by the loss, Sir Winston offered a reward of £22 for the safe return of his beloved pet. The incident made headlines around the world, with many offering assistance in the search for Toby. Despite the extensive search efforts, Toby was never found. The empty cage serves as a poignant reminder of the bond between Sir Winston and his cherished pet, and the enduring mystery of Toby's disappearance. This photograph, taken in 1961, captures the essence of loss, longing, and the unbreakable bond between a man and his pet.
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