Stubby's story: All about the iconic World War I 'war dog'
Dogs weren't used until World War II, but during World War I, Stubby assisted troops in Battle 17. For those unfamiliar with the history, Stubby was a homeless man who joined the 102nd Connecticut National Guard Infantry in New Haven earlier in the month. American participation in the First World War. Corporal Robert Conroy was one of Yales' soldiers who loved Stubby. There he met Private J. Robert Conroy, a young man who traveled the world with him, saved lives, and became famous. Stubby, as the cub was called, quickly became part of the daily routine of Private Conroys Unit, 26th Yankee Division, 102nd Infantry Division of the United States.