Multiple choice general knowledge culture

In 1975 the future US President, Ronald Reagan, bought something unusual at Harrods. What was it?

  1. Gore Vidal hair cream

  2. A baby elephant

  3. A policy document published by CND

  4. A signed photograph of Margaret Thatcher

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B Correct answer
Explanation

In 1975, Ronald Reagan contacted Harrods to purchase a baby elephant named 'Gertie' as a gift for the Republican Party. Harrods' 'Way In' department famously claimed they could source any animal, including lions and camels.

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