The Dog Who Could Fly: The Incredible True Story of a WWII Airman and the Four-Legged Hero Who Flew at His Side
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| Rating | : | 4.11 (908 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B00KSLFN4Y |
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| Number of Pages | : | 462 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-07-09 |
| Language | : | English |
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And though Ant was eventually grounded due to injury, he refused to abandon his duty, waiting patiently beside the runway for his master's return from every sortie, and refusing food and sleep until they were reunited. In the months that followed, the pair would save each other's lives countless times as they flew together with Bomber Command. Airman Robert Bozdech stumbled across the tiny German shepherd - whom he named Ant - after being shot down on a daring mission over enemy lines. By the end of the war Robert and Ant had become British war heroes, and Ant was justly awarded the Dickin Medal, the "Animal VC".. In the winter of 1939 in the cold snow of no-man's-land, two loners met and began an extraordinary j
"Recommended for dog lovers and historians" according to Krykie. This is a great book. The true story will have you saying, "How come I never heard of this before?" It is fascinating, and I've been telling everyone about it.The book is easy to read, appropriate for all ages and sensibilities. I love dogs, and this makes me puff with pride about how cool. "A thoroughly enjoyable story" according to aydejay. This story is all about what makes dogs such wonderful companions --unconditional love and loyalty, no matter what. What is really amazing is that this dog, despite the injuries and trauma he experienced during wartime activities, was always eager to get back in the fray as long as he coul. "A Salute to Courage." according to Annie. Put a beautiful German Shepherd, a handsome and courageous gunner and World War 11 into the mix and you have a great story.Damien Lewis puts together a page turning tale of courage, loyalty and love between a dog and his master, amidst the gut churning horrors of World War 11.Lewis researc