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Monthly Archives: November 2015
35 years on, ebony hero Charlie gets his name on the map
A strong wind blew over the party that had gathered above St Helena’s wildest cliffs to honour Charlie Benjamin as an island hero. And nearly 5,000 miles away in London, a heavy drizzle blattered against the windows of the elegant … Continue reading
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Tagged botany, endemics, Kew Gardens, St Helena ebony, UK Overseas Territories
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Bride Wendy has her flower on her cake – and eats it
The St Helena ebony, rescued from extinction by Charlie Benjamin, has found a place inĀ UK nationalĀ ceremonial – and on his daughter’s wedding cake. Simon Pipe of St Helena Online was honoured to give a speech telling Charlie’s story. Wendy Benjamin … Continue reading
Posted in Environment, Heritage
Tagged botany, endemics, Kew Gardens, St Helena ebony, UK Overseas Territories
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