Frank Blazich

Explore the brave and incredible stories of animals on the battlefield, as told by Jennifer Jones and Frank Blazich, curators of military history at the Smithsonian. Learn about Luca, the dog who saved lives in the US Marine Corps, the heroic pigeon Cheramee, and Stubby, a stray dog who became a cherished war hero. Discover the historical role cats played on ships and the significant emotional support animals provide during and after war.