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"At the onset of World War II, [Billy] Williams formed Elephant Company and was instrumental in defeating the Japanese in Burma and saving refugees, including on his own 'Hannibal Trek,' [becoming] a media sensation during the war, telling reporters that the elephants did more for him than he was ever able to do for them"--
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Military animals help protect countries and save lives. From dogs that sniff for ground enemies to sea lions that locate underwater explosives, this book teaches readers how military animals use their special senses to perform important tasks. Readers will learn about the historical use of military animals, including camels used for transportation and carrier pigeons used for communication. Also included are training methods and safety measures. Colorful...
10) Military animals
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Publisher
Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
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"This title provides readers with a fascinating look at the brave hearted military animals. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for readers to learn about the responsibilities and skills these animals have." --
13) Military
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Series
Publisher
Marshall Cavendish Benchmark
Pub. Date
[2010]
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English
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"Describes animals, including elephants, dogs, horses, mules, sea lions, dolphins, rats, and homing pigeons, which provide valuable service to the military"--Provided by publisher.
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Harlequin Enterprises Limited
Pub. Date
[2018]
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English
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"Navy SEAL "T-Mac" Trace McGuire is assigned to protect army specialist Kinsley Anderson and Agar, her IED-detecting dog. When they're shot at and nearly blown up, T-Mac admires Kinsley's ability to hold her own. On the run from terrorists, T-Mac is trained to ensure their safety and survival in the African desert. He's prepared for every scenario but one: falling for the woman whose life is in his hands."--
15) Military animals
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Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2015.
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English
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"Military animals explores amazing creatures that have aided militaries on land, by air, and at sea. Learn how elephants, bats, monkeys, cats, and even glowworms helped out in times of war." --
16) Military animals
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Black Rabbit Books
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Diagrams, graphs, and fun text help readers explore the place of animals in the military.
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"In 1979 a secret unit was established by the most gifted minds within the U.S. Army. Defying all known accepted military practice -- and indeed, the laws of physics -- they believed that a soldier could adopt a cloak of invisibility, pass cleanly through walls, and, perhaps most chillingly, kill goats just by staring at them. Entrusted with defending America from all known adversaries, they were the First Earth Battalion. And they really weren't...