Humphrey the M5 Camel in East Bower, England

After more than 25 years of standing in a field between Junctions 23 and 24 of the M5 in Somerset, this fiberglass sculpture has become an icon for commuters. Throughout the year Humphrey receives Christmas cards, postcards, and even seasonal clothing like Hawaiian shirts and Santa hats. So iconic is he that this fan mail can be addressed simply: The Camel, M5 Junction 23 and 24. Humphrey first captured public attention in the 1980s. Many of the towns in the English West Country hold yearly carnivals, including Bridgwater's three-hour affair. Humphrey is believed to have originated from this c

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