The Dickin Medal: Honouring the military's heroic frontline animals
0The Dickin Medal is the animal equivalent of the Victoria Cross and is the highest form of honour an animal can receive for heroism in a military conflict.
The medal, which was named after PDSA founder Maria Dickin, is now in its 80th year, having been established in 1943 to recognise the gallantry displayed by animals during the Second World War.
Since its inception the Dickin Medal has gone on to become a symbol of valour, awarded to animals that have supported the Armed Forces across the globe.
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