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In memory of Boris, my beloved best friend (2011 - 2022)

Sgt. Gander was a Newfoundland dog beloved by the members of his regiment. During the Battle of Hong Kong, this "Black Devil" as the Japanese called him, saved the lives of several of his comrades and earned his place in history.

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*sources*

• Newspapers.com
• Valour Canada: https://valourcanada.ca/military-history-library/gander-the-dog/
• Government of Canada: https://www.veterans.gc.ca/en/remembrance/memorials/canada/sergeant-gander-and-his-handler-memorial
• Newfoundland Club of America: https://www.thenewfoundland.org/gander.html
• Dog Man Ray: https://www.dogmanray.com/true-stories/sergeant-gander/
• Veterans Affairs: https://www.veterans.gc.ca/en/remembrance/classroom-materials/lesson-plans/honouring-sergeant-gander/mascot-dog-sacrificed-life-human-comrades

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