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The Animals' VC: For Gallantry & Devotion: The PDSA Dickin Medal - 63 Inspiring Stories of Bravery and Courage
The Animals' VC For Gallantry Devotion The PDSA Dickin Medal 63 Inspiring Stories of Bravery and Courage Author:David Long Animals have been used in war for centuries by man but only recently has there been recognition for their bravery and extraordinary commitment to duty in wartime. Since 1943, only 63 animals hae been awarded. The Dickin Medal -- the animal equivalent of the Victoria Cross -- and only 18 Gold Medal Awards -- equivalent of the George Medal -- have... more » been awarded since its inception in 2000.
Instituted by PDSA's founder Maria Dickin, the Dickin Award acknowledges outstanding acts of bravery displayed by animals serving with the Armed Forces or Civil Defence units in any theatre of war, worldwide. The Awards are made to animals worldwide. This book is the first fully endorsed and comprehensive account of all the recipients.« less