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Devon is the name of a variety of ham, which (presumably) comes from Devon. In New South Wales, Australia, Devon is a name for luncheon meat (processed ham). The name changes in different states of Australia (for example, 'Fritz' in South Australia, 'Polony' in Western Australia) but all describe the same type of meat.
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Devon is an accomplished horse-rider and competes in show-jumping events all over Ireland. When he’s not “mucking about” with horses he likes to expend his energy Motor Cross and Quad biking. To relax, Devon likes to hang out with his friends, listen to music and play computer games.
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Devon has three professional football teams, based in each of its three most populated towns and cities. Competing in the Football League Championship, Plymouth Argyle F.C. are the biggest and most successful team in the region. Exeter City F.C. and Torquay United both compete in the Conference National. The county's fourth biggest club, is Tiverton Town F.C.
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Dr. Dalton's conclusions from the trial as given in his paper were, "It can be concluded that the Devon has a considerable contribution to make to beef production as a crossing sire. Crossbred steers will grow quickly and the heifers make efficient beef dams. The Devon, as a small/medium sized cow should have considerable advantages in efficiency as measured by beef production per hectare.
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With a choice of luxury caravan accommodation Devon Cliffs delivers truly outstanding facilities. The incredible new Family Entertainment Centre features fantastic family fun every night, whilst the Multi-Level Pool and Patio Complex has Waterslides to please the most energetic children.
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Only 131 years after Columbus discovered North America, the first Devon cattle reached what is now the United States. The year was 1623. The ship Charity brought a consignment of red cattle (one bull and three heifers) from Devonshire to Edward Winslow, the agent for Plymouth Colony. These red cattle of Devonshire, brought in by the Pilgrims, were probably the first purebred cattle to reach North America.
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