A tribute to Wojtek the “soldier bear” and his heroic career with the Polish Army during World War II.
In 1942 the members of Poland's 22nd Artillery Supply Company found a war orphan while campaigning in Iran.
Rather than let this poor guy face the wilds himself, the soldiers took him in. They named him Wojtek, which means "he who enjoys war" or "the smiling warrior"
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Despite his tough appearance, he got along well with everyone and quickly became the local unit's mascot.
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He made friends with some of the other military animals.
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And developed a love of hugs.
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