The Red Cross for the Russo-Japanese War
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The Red Cross for the Russo-Japanese War
An ambulance dog supplied by Major Edwin Richardson, the renowned dog trainer to the Russian army during the Russo-Japanese war in 1904. The top photographs show Richardson giving the dog a message, barking to attract attention to stretcher bearers and on sentry duty at an outpost. The bottom illustrations show dogs in use by the Germans and Italians. When the First World War broke out, the Germans had about six thousand trained dogs whereas the British had just one. Richardson pioneered the training of messenger dogs in Britain despite reservations from the military authorities. Eventually, he became commandant of the British War Dog School at Shoeburyness which successfully supplied hundreds of dogs who worked as messengers at the front. Date: 1904
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Ambulance Barking Communication Demonstration Edwin Major Messenger Messengers Richardson Russo Sentry Supplied Trained Trainer Warfare
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The Red Cross and the Unsung Heroes: The Role of Ambulance Dogs in the Russo-Japanese War This evocative photograph captures Major Edwin Richardson, a renowned dog trainer to the Russian army during the Russo-Japanese War in 1904, with one of his canine charges. The top images show Richardson giving a message to the dog, barking to draw attention to stretcher bearers, and standing sentry duty at an outpost. The bottom illustrations depict dogs in action by the Germans and Italians during the same period. When the First World War broke out, the Germans had around six thousand trained dogs, while the British had only one. Major Richardson, a pioneer in messenger dog training in Britain, faced skepticism from military authorities. However, he persisted and became the commandant of the British War Dog School at Shoeburyness. This school successfully supplied hundreds of dogs who worked as messengers at the front, revolutionizing communication and aid during warfare. The use of dogs as messengers and sentinels during war is an often-overlooked chapter in military history. These animals, particularly the Red Cross dogs like the one in this photograph, played a crucial role in delivering messages and supplies, locating the wounded, and providing security. Their contributions significantly impacted the outcome of battles and saved countless lives. This photograph serves as a testament to the unwavering spirit and dedication of Major Edwin Richardson and the dogs he trained, who bravely served their countries during the Russo-Japanese War. Their story reminds us of the essential role animals play in human history and the power of determination and innovation in the face of adversity.
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