Dickin Bravery Award for Animals
The PDSA Dickin Medal, recognised worldwide as the animals’ Victoria Cross, is awarded to animals displaying conspicuous gallantry or devotion to duty while serving or associated with any branch of the Armed Forces or Civil Defence Units. The PDSA Dickin Medal is the highest award any animal can receive whilst serving in military conflict.
Source: PDSA.ork.uk, 2014
Animals are often the forgotten army of War. Millions of animals gave their lives to help the forces on all sides. They were selected for their variety of natural skills and instincts and they displayed unwavering courage even when exposed to extreme conditions. Animals were put to many uses in war and sometimes they had jobs to do: the horses, camels, mules, and donkeys were used to transport soldiers and equipment, as well as carrier pigeons and tracker dog with their special talents. Often animals are used as mascots and pets, or as symbols on badges and flags.
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