Punch and Judy (dogs) explained
Punch and Judy were a pair of dogs that received the Dickin Medal from the People's Dispensary for Sick Animals for bravery in service in Palestine in 1946. The commendation notes: "saved the lives of two British Officers... [by warning them of and] attacking an armed terrorist who was stealing upon them unawares." Both dogs were severely wounded.[1]
The Dickin Medal is often referred to as the animal metaphorical equivalent of the Victoria Cross.[2]
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- Web site: Dickin Medal dogs . . 14 September 2014 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20100212182318/http://www.pdsa.org.uk/about-us/animal-bravery-awards/dickin-medal-dogs . 12 February 2010 .
- Book: Long. David. The animals' VC: for gallantry and devotion: the PDSA Dickin Medal - inspiring stories of bravery and courage. 2012. Preface. London. 9781848093768. long2012. registration.
