Wounded Soldier (circa 1910s)

by Linda Kay

British Pathé

Synopsis: Newsreel footage shows a wounded British soldier sitting in a chair and lovingly petting a black cat.

Reality Cat: The black cat happily sits upon the officer’s lap, clearly enjoying the pats and affection.

Wounded Soldier - young British officer sitting in chair petting black cat
Wounded Soldier - young British officer sitting in chair petting black cat
Wounded Soldier - young British officer sitting in chair petting black cat

Final Mewsings: Soldiers and sailors know black cats are good luck!

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