Of the 10,425 military dogs trained during World War II, Chips was extraordinary. The German shepherd, Siberian husky, and ...
During World War II, dogs became vital members of the armed forces, serving courageously across every theater of war. From the beaches of Normandy to the deserts of North Africa, these loyal animals ...
Utility workers have unearthed 16 World War II-era dog tags buried near the Atterbury-Bakalar Air Museum. The ...
On the morning of July 10, 1943, Pvt. John P. Rowell and his sentry dog, Chips, hit the beach during Operation Husky. When a hidden machine gun nest opened fire, pinning down the platoon, Chips tore ...
Dogs show up in everyday life as companions, but their history goes far beyond that. For centuries, armies have trained dogs to carry messages, detect danger, track enemies, and stay steady under ...