The Bear That Fought In World War II

The 490-pound Syrian brown bear might have been the scariest solider.
The Bear That Fought In World War II
Meet Wojtek, the 490-pound Syrian brown bear that might have been the most intimidating solider during World War II. Read more about how a bear became an official solider below.

Wojtek, the bear who belonged to an artillery company

Wojtek would play-fight his fellow soldiers, eat cigarettes, drink beer, and even sleep in soldiers' tents. He helped keep up soldier's morale.
Source: BBC

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