Sergeant Stubby
Subtitle: how a stray dog and his best friend helped win World War I and stole the heart of a nation
By: Ann Bausum ; foreword by David E. Sharpe, founder and chairman, Companions for Heroes
Published: 2014
Language: eng
Number of pages: 239
ISBN-13: 9781426213106
Subjects: World War, 1914-1918; Working dogs; War use; 26th (Yankee) division; Stubby (Dog); Regimental histories; Dogs; Biography; History
Other titles: How a stray dog and his best friend helped win World War I and stole the heart of a nation
Description: "For those who loved New York Times bestseller Rin Tin Tin comes the memorable story of Sergeant Stubby--World War I dog veteran, decorated war hero, American icon, and above all, man's best friend--never before told and timed to coincide with the 100th anniversary of World War I. National Geographic tells the story of a stray dog who becomes Sergeant Stubby the War Dog during World War I. Beloved award-winning author and library darling Ann Bausum brings her friendly writing style and in-depth research to her first-ever book for adults. Simultaneously releasing with a National Geographic Kids book Stubby the War Dog, this moving story will touch readers' hearts"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.