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Research some of the 32 pigeons who were awarded medals for their heroism in WWII. Using a map notate where they were released and where they flew to, to calculate how far they flew. What was the content of secret messages that pigeons carried during the D-Day invasion and what was their significance?
Learn about the Dickin Medal, awarded to animals for their heroic military service. Which of the recipient’s stories is most interesting or surprising to you? Why is it important to learn about these animals?
Learn about the PDSA’s Gold Medal, awarded to civilian animals for heroic service. Which of the recipient’s stories is most interesting or surprising to you? Make a digital or paper comic strip that tells about their service.