Grakle's farewell, Flaxley Green, Rugeley

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Date:4th of February 1934

Description:A poignant picture of racehorse 'Grakle' in the stable yard with Tom Coulthwaite (far right) and three jockeys (left), just before he left to spend his retirement at another stables. Mr. Coulthwaite trained three Grand National winners on Flaxley Green near Rugeley. King George V, a keen horse racing fan, is known to have been a regular visitor to the stables as was the Prince of Wales.

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Donor ref:91.0009.00325 (21/3882)

Source: Museum of Cannock Chase

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