Questions tagged [dogs for defense]
Who owned Chips, the most decorated war dog of World War II?
Category: Famous Dogs
Chips, the most decorated war dog of World War II, was owned by the Wren family of Pleasantville, New York. He was a mixed-breed dog, primarily a German Shepherd-Collie-Siberian Husky mix, and was donated to the U.S. Army by the Wren family in 1942 as part of the Dogs for Defense program. This progr...
Who is considered the most decorated war dog in U.S. history?
Category: Famous Dogs
The most decorated war dog in U.S. history is a German Shepherd named Chips. Chips served during World War II and became famous for his bravery and numerous acts of heroism. His story is a remarkable example of the vital role military working dogs have played in history. Chips was donated to the U....