Arms and Armour

Dogs in warfare

Dogs have a very long history in warfare, beginning in ancient times. From being trained in combat, to their use as scouts, sentries, messengers, mercy dogs, and trackers, their uses have been varied, and some continue to exist in modern military usage.

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See also

• ▸History of infantry
• ▸HMS Mauritius (80)
• ▸Gunpowder weapons in the Ming dynasty

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