Sergeant Gander

Sergeant Gander
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Publisher : Dundurn
Total Pages : 176
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ISBN-10 : 9781554884636
ISBN-13 : 1554884632
Rating : 4/5 (36 Downloads)

Book Synopsis Sergeant Gander by : Robyn Walker

Download or read book Sergeant Gander written by Robyn Walker and published by Dundurn. This book was released on 2009-09-14 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sergeant Gander is a fascinating account of the Royal Rifles of Canada's canine mascot, and his devotion to duty demonstrated during the Battle of Hong Kong in the Second World War. Armed only with his formidable size, an intimidating set of teeth, and a protective instinct, Gander rought alongside his fellow Canadian soldiers. As the Royal Rifles' position become more precarious, the men were forced to retreat into the hills of Hong Kong, and it was here that a group of wounded Canadians, threatened by a live grenade, came to fully appreciate the loyalty of Gander. For his service in battle, Sergeant Gander was awarded the Dickin Medal, the animal equivalent to the Victoria Cross for humans. This honour is dedicated to animals displaying gallantry and devotion to duty while under any control of the armed forces. Sergeant Gander is the nineteenth dog to receive this medal and the first Canadian canine to do so.


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