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US heroes set to retire at Chimp Haven HQ
Rita and Teresa served the United States Government with distinction for four decades. They played their part in its nascent space program and then later made an important contribution to medical research.Now, as they reach their dotage, America is doing its bit for them. The inseparable duo were the first residents of a thoroughly modern retirement home built deep in the woods of north-western Louisiana. What makes the facility unique is that the taxpayer-funded project is not a nursing home for humans but a "retirement sanctuary" for chimpanzees who have spent their lives toiling away for Uncle Sam. It is called Chimp Haven. Posted by: Thineger Uliting8065 2005-08-07 |
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