NathanNo Man’s Land
Along the areas where the German enemy lines and the American trenches had the battle was called No Man’s Land. Nobody dared to cross the stretch as it meant absolute death by gunshot. Stubby needed to be careful about poking his head out of the dugout as a sniper could easily kill him. Stubby would often walk around the area cheering the soldiers up. It was dangerous for everyone including the gifted dog to walk along the tranches of No Man Land. Stubby actually had a unique ability.
Stubby The Hero
It was quite the surprise to see that the stray dog that Conroy had picked up in Connecticut turned out to be an absolutely brilliant dog. He had already shown just how amazing he is at cheering up spirits but now he was about to present his smartness and his compassion. Stubby could tell if a person shouting was in English or German. This way he could help to identify the soldiers who needed assistance in No Man’s Land. He would either lead them back to base or barked until a medic arrived. His abilities did not end at that…
Soldier On Duty
During the most horrific time during the war, Stubby did not leave Conroy and the other soldiers behind. He would maintain his duty and his ability to help save lives all day. The soldiers were becoming all the more loving towards the helpful pet. The stray dog was not a mascot for the 102nd Infantry Regiment. The troops and Stubby were braving the unsafe and horrendous conditions of the war but there was something way worse waiting for them…
Unexpected Weapon
World War I was definitely one that developed tragic novelties. Gas would definitely make it on the top of the list. Chemical gas bombs were one of the most commonly used weapons during this war. Stubby the dog was able to warn the soldiers of gunfire and artillery shells. This silent attacker was something he could not prepare the troops against. The troops have very little to battle this weapon. Masks were in shortage and so it was a definite setback. There was a mustard gas that engulfed their trench one fine day, what was going to happen…
An Injured Soldier
Mustard gas was highly dangerous as they can burn any surface it gets exposed to. This powerful German gas attack could leave many of the troops to be wounded or disfigured. Stubby was also a victim of this ruthless attack. His lungs were terribly affected by the gas. Stubby almost died because of the gas and had to be hospitalized nearby. His unit wanted to save him by all means and wanted to give him his very own gas mask. Something amazing took place right after…
Dog The Rescuer
Stubby was quick to learn everything he had experienced during his stay with the soldiers at war. He could help rescue men at No Man’s Land, he was able to give warning to his comrades in arms about incoming shells, and now he had learned to detect other threats like chemical gases. He had now developed his senses to smell out any gas attack quickly. He would bark and pull on soldiers as a warning for them to take cover. He was handed a few awards but where would he keep them?