In nautical slang, Eight Bells signifies the death of a sailor, in reference to the eight bells ringing after the end of each four-hour watch. By extension the Eight Bells toll for the end of the final watch.
I wonder if the people who named the filly knew this?
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I thoroughly enjoy the Kentucky Derby, horses, and horse racing. I love the sport, I love the animal.
The most difficult... [MORE]
Paula Stenger
May 14, 2008 14:11
In nautical slang, Eight Bells signifies the death of a sailor, in reference to the eight bells ringing after the...
afrog
May 6, 2008 09:09
All I can think to say is thank you for a beautifully written article. When I heard about Eight Belles... [MORE]
Lisa O'Brien
May 5, 2008 23:33
Mr. Watman writes a wonderful essay concerning the demise of the brave, little filly Eight Belles. All of us who... [MORE]
Wendy A. King
May 5, 2008 18:51
I admire this filly for her heart, and in my mind she is a hero. I also admire the person... [MORE]
Mallory
May 5, 2008 17:02
Amen, horse racing IS beautiful. But no one has mentioned that RUFFIAN'S trainer died the night before this fateful race... [MORE]