#TBT Christian The Lion | Read his story here: http://bit.ly/ChristianTheLion17 "Millions of people have been moved by the amazing affection between Christian the lion and his human friends, John and Ace. Just as Elsa the lioness, returned to the wild all those years ago by George and Joy Adamson, awoke a respect and fascination for lions so, I believe, Christian can be another ambassador for these wonderful animals. Now so critically reduced in numbers, across Africa. If you can help us to help

Today is World Lion Day! 🦁 For Born Free, the lion holds a special place in our hearts as the inspiration behind the charity we are today. We monitor, protect and conserve lions in the wild, and provide lifetime care for vulnerable lions saved from exploitation and captivity at our sanctuaries. You can make a difference by adopting a lion today: https://www.bornfree.org.uk/adopt-a-lion | Born Free Foundation