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32 pages : illustrations (some colour) The National Archives Contents includes: Animals in war -- Dog training school -- Patrols and parachutes -- Horses at the Front -- A lucky charm -- Small bird, big heart -- Special agent pigeon -- The other war horses -- Gallantry on all Fronts -- The heavy brigade -- The soldier bear -- One of the family -- Research and records Summary: This book gives accounts of the many animals during wars who put their own lives at risk to save those of others - through their service on the front and their individual acts of bravery and heroism. These real-life stories are accompanied by images from the National Archives, offering an insight into the courage and valour of animals in combat - from World War I to the present day.