Dogs of War

By Sheila Keenan, Nathan Fox (Illustrator)

Canine heroes brave war's chaos to save lives.

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208 pages· 7,092 words· Est. 1 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

In the midst of war's chaos, soldiers find unexpected allies in their loyal dogs. 'Dogs of War' follows three gripping tales across World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War, where these brave canines sniff out danger and stand firm amidst the turmoil. Each story reveals the unbreakable bond between man and dog, showcasing their courage and the life-saving roles they played. As bombs fall and battles rage, these four-legged heroes prove that friendship and bravery know no bounds. Will they succeed in their perilous missions and change the course of history?

From the publisher

Sheila Keenan’s captivating stories paired with Nathan Fox’s stunning art bring the heroic military actions of man’s best friend to life!Some war heroes heard wind whistling over a hidden trip wire.Some war heroes sniffed out a sniper 1,000 yards away.Some war heroes stood tall . . . on four legs!DOGS OF WAR is a graphic novel that tells the stories of the canine military heroes of World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War. This collection of three fictional stories was inspired by historic battles and real military practice. Each story tells the remarkable adventures of a soldier and his service dog and is rendered with fascinating and beautiful detail, bringing to life the faithful dogs who braved bombs, barrages, and battles to save the lives of countless soldiers. Based on the real-life roles of military dogs that served as Red Cross rescuers, messengers, scouts, search-and-rescue teams, sentries, and mascots, DOGS OF WAR captures both the adventure and the devastation brought on by war, as well as the celebrations of life and friendship between boys and their dogs.

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