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Teen Squatted in Oil Drum for Church | Bristol News
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- Jul 16, 2026
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- 74
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Summary
In 1968, a 19-year-old in Bristol pulled off an insane stunt—squatting inside an oil drum atop a 30-foot pole to raise £1,000 for a local church. Filmed for posterity, it’s a wild snapshot of a bygone era where creativity and grit fueled community causes. Though details are hazy, his dedication still echoes: proof that when you believe in something, you’ll climb any height to make it happen. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/65ba24cdd3bc3c63