The canine hero who became a symbol of WWI bravery

The Most Decorated Dog of WWI · 4:51 · Video: Today I Found Out · Watch at the source

In short: Discover the origin story of Stubby, the most decorated war dog of World War I. This video explores how a stray puppy from Yale University's fields rose to legendary status on the battlefield.

Stubby’s journey began in 1917 when he was found as a small, short-tailed puppy wandering near Yale University. He was discovered by Private Robert J. Conroy during military training exercises.

While the video highlights his eventual role as a decorated hero of World War I, it grounds his legacy in this humble beginning—a stray animal adopted by a soldier before he ever saw combat.

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