Stubby(1915-1926)
Stubby (1916 - 1926) was a Boston Terrier mix who was adopted by Corporal James Robert Conroy of the 26th Infantry Division (Yankee). He reputedly is the most decorated war dog from the first World War. He served 18 months and participated in 17 battles on the Western Front, as the unofficial mascot of the U.S. 102nd Infantry Regiment in World War I. During his tour of duty, he repeatedly distinguished himself on the front and saved lives. He alerted his regiment impending surprise mustard gas attacks. He alerted his unit to duck for cover, since he could hear the whine of incoming artillery shells before humans. He located wounded soldiers in no man's land. He captured a German spy in the Argonne. He comforted wounded soldiers and improved morale when was sent to the rear for convalescence, after twice being injured himself by hand grenades and mustard gas. Stubby was promoted to the rank of Sergeant and earned three Service Stripes, a French Battle of Verdun Medal, Republic of France Grande War Medal, a St Mihiel Campaign Medal, a Chateau Thierry Campaign Medal, a Purple Heart and two wound chevrons, a 1st Annual American Legion Convention Medal, a New Haven WW1 Veterans Medal among other military decorations.