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  • Loyal Forces: The American Animals of World War II
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Loyal Forces: The American Animals of World War II

At a time when every American was called upon to contribute to the war effort—whether by enlisting, buying bonds, or collecting scrap metal—the use of American animals during World War II further demonstrates the resourcefulness of the US military and the many sacrifices that led to the Allies’ victory.

From the last mounted cavalry charge of the US Army to the 36,000 homing pigeons deployed overseas, service animals made a significant impact on military operations during World War II. Every branch of the armed forces and every theater of the war utilized the instincts and dexterity of these dependable creatures, who, though not always in the direct line of enemy fire, had their lives put at risk for the jobs they performed.

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Through 157 photographs from The National WWII Museum collection, Loyal Forces: The American Animals of World War II captures the heroism, hard work and innate skills of innumerable animals that aided the military as they fought to protect, transport, communicate and sustain morale.

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The Army Mule

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Pigeons

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Loyal Forces on the Home Front

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Foreign Encounters

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Pets and Mascots

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