Hotfoot Teddy was the original name of Smokey Bear, not Paul Bunyan, Uncle Sam, or Tony the Tiger. Smokey Bear, often associated with the iconic phrase "Only you can prevent forest fires," is a beloved American symbol for wildfire prevention. The character was named after "Smokey" Joe Martin, a New York City Fire Department hero, and was originally called "Hotfoot Teddy" before his name was changed to Smokey Bear in 1944. While Paul Bunyan, Uncle Sam, and Tony the Tiger are well-known figures in American folklore and pop culture, it is Smokey Bear who was originally known as Hotfoot Teddy, representing the importance of fire safety and conservation efforts in the United States.
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