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Sergeant Stubby even toured the country after World War I ended. He was indeed the ideal mascot for the US Army’s Yankee Division, who was perfect for the sale of war bonds. Many hotels with a no pet policy had to give this celebrity dog an exception! Sergeant Stubby was even inducted into the American Legion. The YMCA promised to provide him with free food for his entire life. In his little chamois coat made by the Frenchwomen pins and medals had adorned every possible space.
Medals And Honors
Sergeant’s amazing life story had yet another entry. This fighter had the honor of being received by three different United States presidents: Woodrow Wilson, Calvin Coolidge, and Warren G. Harding. There is only a handful who can say that they have had the same experience! General John Joseph Pershing had served as head of the American Expeditionary Forces on the Western Front. In 1921, he took time off from his busy schedule to honor Sergeant Stubby with a gold medal on behalf of the Humane Education Society. What about Robert Conroy then?
Joining School
Robert Conroy, Sergeant Stubby’s loyal owner, and best buddy, actually went back to school. He admitted himself to study law at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. This was the ideal place for Sergeant Stubby to live too as it was where all the high-ranking officials and presidents resided! When Conroy joined the football team, even Stubby would join him in the field. During halftime shows, the dog would play with the ball leaving the crowd to roar with excitement and amusement. The mascot of the Yankee Division had turned into Georgetown’s football mascot too…
His Legacy
On March 16, 1926, Sergeant Stubby died while sleeping, in the comfort of his best friend, Robert Conroy’s arms. Although his age was not known for sure, he was believed to be around 10 years old. There was a half-page obituary in the New York Times dedicated for Stubby. He was embalmed by his dear friend Conroy and 30 years later gifted Sergeant Stubby to the Smithsonian Museum in Washington. Sergeant Stubby can be seen with his chamois coat and the medallions, stripes, pins and even the Iron Cross from the German spy. Truly a hero and an inspiration for all…