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WIENER WAR DOGS!


      During World War I, dachshunds were used as messenger dogs. They were small enough to navigate through the trenches and were trained to carry messages to and from the front lines. This was a dangerous job, as many of these dogs were injured or killed in action. Despite the risks, dachshunds proved to be invaluable to the war effort.

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      Former Royal Marine Commando Arthur Thompson took a camera from a Nazi bunker and revealed this photo nearly 70 years later. A German officer playing with a dachshund on an idyllic beach on the Dutch island of Walcheren, which was then under Nazi control In World War II.

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      Dachshunds were once again used in the military in WWII. This time, they were used to sniff out landmines and other explosives. Their keen sense of smell and small size made them ideal for this task.
      In addition to their role as mascots and symbols of patriotism, Dachshunds were also used as red cross dogs during the war. These dogs were trained to locate wounded soldiers on the battlefield and bring back medical supplies. Their small size and ability to navigate difficult terrain made them ideal for this task.

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      Fritzi the dachshund had been the mascot of a unit in Field Marshal Erwin Rommel's Afrika Korps. The Rangers adopted the little captured dog.
      Dachshunds were often used as mascots by various military units during the war. For example, the 11th Engineer Regiment of the US Army also had a Dachshund named 'Red' as their mascot. The dog was said to be able to detect incoming artillery shells before they hit, and would bark to warn the soldiers.



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      In WWII the Dachshund being from Germany was not well liked. Dachshunds faced persecution in Germany due to their association with the country's past and culture.

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      However, their popularity continued to grow outside of Germany, and they became known as Liberty Hounds, Badger Dogs and Wiener Dogs in the UK and United States.

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      Despite their association with Germany's past, Dachshunds have become beloved pets all over the world and continue to bring joy to their owners.
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