Described as the VC for animals, there’s an exhibition opening about the Dickin Medal. Some past winners:
Other animals featured in the exhibition include Rob, the SAS dog who
made more than 20 parachute drops in the Second World War; Winkie, a
pigeon who saved the lives of an air crew ditched at sea by carrying
home details of their position; and Roselle, a labrador who led her
blind owner to safety from the 78th floor of the World Trade Centre
before it collapsed on September 11, 2001.
Sorry? A parachuting dog? Anyone got more information on this?
From the home page:
Rob - Collie
War Dog No. 471/332 Special Air Service
Date of Award: 22 January 1945
“Took part in landings during North
African Campaign with an Infantry unit and later served with a Special
Air Unit in Italy as patrol and guard on small detachments lying-up in
enemy territory. His presence with these parties saved many of them
from discovery and subsequent capture or destruction. Rob made over 20
parachute descents.”
African Campaign with an Infantry unit and later served with a Special
Air Unit in Italy as patrol and guard on small detachments lying-up in
enemy territory. His presence with these parties saved many of them
from discovery and subsequent capture or destruction. Rob made over 20
parachute descents.”
How do you stick a parachute on a dog?
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