why are swansea called the jacks ?

just wondering ?

Something to do with a jack russell

Something to do with a jack russell

got up too their old tricks with a dog did they ?

A dog that saved lives in the sea.

Something to do with a jack russell

got up too their old tricks with a dog did they ?

They yap and annoy like a jack russell

they fly the union jack, at the council ground

Swansea Jack was a black retriever with a longish coat. He was similar in appearance to a modern Flat-Coated Retriever,[2] but was instead identified at the time as a Newfoundland dog, despite being considerably smaller and lighter in build than the typical modern Newfoundland dog, possibly because he was reported to have been born in Newfoundland.[3] He lived in the North Dock / River Tawe area of Swansea with his master, William Thomas. Jack would always respond to cries for help from the water, diving into the water and pulling whoever was in difficulty to safety at the dockside.
His first rescue, in June 1931, when he saved a 12-year-old boy, went unreported. A few weeks later, this time in front of a crowd, Jack rescued a swimmer from the docks. His photograph appeared in the local paper and the local council awarded him a silver collar. In 1936, he had the prestigious 'Bravest Dog of the Year' award bestowed upon him by the London Star newspaper.
He received a silver cup from the Lord Mayor of London and he is still the only dog to have been awarded two bronze medals ('the canine V.C.') by the National Canine Defence League (now known as Dogs Trust). Legend has it that in his lifetime he saved 27 people from the Docks / River Tawe. Swansea Jack died in October 1937 after eating rat poison. His burial monument, paid for by public subscription, is located on the Promenade in Swansea near St. Helen's Rugby Ground. In 2000, Swansea Jack was named 'Dog of the Century' by NewFound Friends of Bristol who train domestic dogs in aquatic rescue techniques.

Taken from Wikipedia

Is that pub named the Swansea Jack (after the dog I think) still there?

Also:

Swansea Sailors
During the early 19th Century, sailors from Swansea were extremely well respected and renowned for their hard work and mariner skills.
It was for these reasons that they were seemingly allowed to join any crew based simply on the town's reputation for great seamen.
Their nickname "Swansea Jacks" was born from their apparel which was jack tarred in order to provide some protection from the harsh elements of the sea.
This is the oldest know account of the term "Swansea Jack" and therefore affords great credence as the source for the modern day reference.

what a load of dogs bollox, the fucker swam away

I thought they were called cunts

heres the global dog in question? http://youtu.be/IuGimCjG4Xw

I thought it was because the locals were always lifting cars.

Yes the pub is still there looks like its closed down.

Growing up in Carmarthenshire, we used to call anybody from the other (eastern) side of the Loughor river a 'Swansea Jack'. Always thought that it was after the dog, but interesting to hear the other story as well. These days they seem to have dropped the 'Swansea' bit, and just call themselves 'Jacks'. Remember passing the pub when going to see CCFC play at the Vetch. Is it still there?

just wondering ?

Its because their fans like shaggin Jack Russels

Why are Swansea called the JERKS?

It's actually from "One Eyed-Jack", which is Alan Tate's pet name for "Uncle" Leighton James cock. The filthy bastards.

Because they know their place. Swansea are the Jacks, Newport are the Queens and Cardiff are the Kings. Simple ranking system based on cards.

Because they know their place. Swansea are the Jacks, Newport are the Queens and Cardiff are the Kings. Simple ranking system based on cards.

It's actually from "One Eyed-Jack", which is Alan Tate's pet name for "Uncle" Leighton James cock. The filthy bastards.

This made me laugh fair play.

Cos it sounds good in front of "Barstewards"

It wasn't a dog. It was a filthy rat. He's a hero because he was sacrificed to feed the hungry families of the Swansea slums.

Because a fair few of their fans like jacking up.


Below is a fly on the wall documentary about everyday life in Abertawe

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=otbfg-e8704