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Article Title: For 24 years, Lash thrilled Jacksonville Zoo guests. The gorilla recently died at age 45.
Article date: December 2, 2022 Circle One: Local State National International
Who was involved? (Identify the people, groups, or organizations): The Jacksonville Zoo and Lash the gorilla.
Where did this event happen? (Be specific): The Jacksonville Zoo in Jacksonville, Florida
When did this event happen? (Date, month, time frame, and/or year): Today, December 2nd, 2022
What happened? (Include sequence of events in complete sentences): Lash is the oldest silverback gorilla at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. He died at nearly age 46 and had been at the zoo since 1998. He had arthritis and heart issues and had been getting treated by the Jacksonville Zoo staff.
Why is this event relevant? (how does this article connect to the theme you chose from our textbook?): This event is relevant because the gorilla meant so much to the staff and customers who visited The Jacksonville Zoo. He got along with the monkeys, which is apparently rare for some of the gorillas there. Lash had been there for many many years and made an impact on the people who visited the zoo just for him.
Reflection (for full credit, you must include support with each reflection): This article had a huge impact on me because I used to frequently visit this zoo and I know how much the animals can impact and affect people, especially children. It is sad because some of the kids favorite part of the day could’ve been seeing Lash.
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