Rip: a rescuer among the ruins -- Gallipoli Murphy: four-legged ambulance -- Judy: animal prisoner of war -- Peter: the dog who was kissed by a queen -- Gustav: the first bird back from the battle -- Rob: the dog who joined the SAS -- Voytek: the bear who carried bombs -- Satan of Verdun: a city's savior -- Rats: the army's little dog soldier -- Tommy: the accidental spy -- Ricky: the nose that knew -- Cher Ami: a daring flight into danger -- Tich: a tough front-line fighter -- Appollo: a bright light on the darkest day -- Chindit Minnie: born in the heat of battle -- Prince: the dog who ran away to war -- Daisy: keeping morale afloat -- Theo: the dog who died of a broken heart -- G.I. Joe: one flight, a thousand lives saved -- Simon: the cat who saved his crew -- Tipperary beauty: the dog who rescued pets -- White vision: a flying bird on a flying boat -- Sheila: braving blizzards to get a crew home -- Jet of Iada: the dog that lept up a ladder -- Kenley lass: the pigeon who spied for Britain -- Antis: an airman's guardian angel -- Bamse: the sailor's guardian -- Sergeant Reckless: the mare who helped Marines -- Rifleman Khan: a saviour from the waves -- Sergeant Stubby: the dog who caught a spy -- Mary of ExeterL the bird who wasn't beaten -- BobL the hero dog they had to camoulflage -- Gander: Canada's fearless friend -- Epilogue: the animals in war memorial.
Summary:
"For as long as there have been wars, animals have been out there saving lives. Courageous dogs, cats, birds, horses, and even a bear have shown courage and devotion, and this book tells you their extraordinary stories. Includes the story of Jet the Alsatian who became a hero of the Blitz, pulling survivors from burning rubble, night after night. Gallipoli Murphy, the donkey who served as an ambulance. Simon, the cat who saved his crew. And many, many more. These animals help us to remember that not all heroes are human. Glorious full-colour double-page illustrations throughout." --Publisher description.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.