The Story Of Smokey The Bear

The video tutorial discusses the history and impact of Smokey Bear in forest fire prevention. Originating during World War II, Smokey Bear was created to address the shortage of firefighters and the threat of enemy attacks causing fires. Initially, Walt Disney's Bambi was used for a year in the campaign. On August 9, 1944, Smokey Bear was introduced as the new face of wildfire prevention. His message, 'Care will prevent 9 out of 10 forest fires,' became widely recognized. In 1950, a real bear cub named Smokey was rescued from a fire and became a living symbol at the National Zoo. Although the real Smokey died in 1976, his legacy continues to promote fire safety and prevention.

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