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Extraordinary story of hero animals who helped to win the First World War

The Mirror UK News · 18 September 2026 at 10:18

Extraordinary story of hero animals who helped to win the First World War

Alongside 60 million men, an estimated 16 million animals served the First World War, from dogs and horses, to carrier pigeons, cats and camels.

Even a baboon saw action.

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