War dogs : a history of loyalty and heroism / Michael G. Lemish.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lemish, Michael G., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Dogs--War use--United States--History--20th century.

Dogs.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (231 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

[Place of publication not identified] : Potomac Books, [2008]

Summary:

This book delves into the historical and contemporary roles of military working dogs, exploring their origins, development, and contributions through various conflicts. From World War I's mercy dogs to the tactical roles in Vietnam, the text examines the evolution of canine units and their impact on military operations. The author, Michael G. Lemish, an official historian for the Vietnam Dog Handler Association, offers extensive insights into the training, deployment, and legacy of these dogs. The book is intended for readers interested in military history, animal roles in warfare, and canine training methodologies. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Front Cover

Half Title Page

Title Page

Copyright Page

Dedication Page

Contents

Preface

1 Origins of the Modern Military Working Dog

A Historical Perspective

Early American Ideas

2 The World War I Experience

The Mercy Dogs 1914-1918

Fleet-footed Messengers

Final Participant

Stubby: American Mascot Hero

Aftermath

Between the Wars

3 Starting from Scratch

Another War and Still No Dogs

The Volunteer Effort

Establishment of War Dog Centers

Guarding the Home Front

Cat Island

Marine Devildogs

Search and Rescue

4 Ready for Combat

Chips

Focus on Tactical Dogs

M-dogs: Experimental Failure

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Notes:

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Other Format:

Print version: Lemish, Michael G. War Dogs

ISBN:

9781640120297

OCLC:

1354206264