Museum to highlight animals in war
Man & dog - Credit: Archant
A NEW exhibition hopes to highlight the important work of animals in wartime.
From infantry horses to messenger pigeons and guard dogs, the Duxford Imperial War Museum is hoping to shine a light on the not-so-human heroes of Britain’s war efforts.
A spokesman said: “Few people realise just how many of our successes have been dependent on the skill and loyalty of our trained animal companions. It is important to pay tribute to them for all the work they do.”
Many animals and those who have had experiences with them on the battlefront will be in attendance.
One canine hero, Peg, befriended Private Conrad Lewis of the 4th Battalion, The Parachute Regiment, before he was killed by a gunshot wound in 2011 while serving in Afghanistan. Peg was subsequently brought to live with Pvt Lewis’ family in the UK. They will be at the exhibition, discussing the importance of animals on the battlefront.
You may also want to watch:
The Royal Pigeon Racing Association will be presenting a display showing the essential messenger role that pigeons played during wartime. There will also be live pigeons on display, demonstrating their skills.
The show will run on August 11 from 10am-6pm. Visit www.iwm.org.uk/visits/iwm-duxford for more information.
Most Read
- 1 CCTV appeal after vehicles interfered with in Royston
- 2 Villagers launch bid to raise £200,000 for 14th-century church paintings
- 3 What's next for Thakeham development after Local Plan sites revealed?
- 4 This Hound could run and and run... Sherlock Holmes play was 'a fun evening'
- 5 Royston man to stand trial for permitting production of cannabis
- 6 Heath threatened with 'eyesore' borehole kiosks
- 7 Street singers lift people's spirits with town centre flash mob
- 8 Hertfordshire's adult social care workers honoured at award ceremony
- 9 Malaysian-style Fens home leaves Grand Designs viewers in awe
- 10 Busy week for Royston firefighting crews as they keep people safe
