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Bonded By Battle: The Powerful Friendships Of Military Dogs and Soldiers From the Civil War to Operation Iraqi Freedom Paperback – March 1, 2021

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“Accurate and fascinating!” — Kirkus Reviews

“A sure bet wherever military and canine titles are popular.” — School Library Journal

“Expertly captures the bonding relationship developed between human and animal under the tension of combat, where the difference between life and death is many times determined by a dog.” — John Burnam, creator of the U.S. Military Working Dog Teams National Monument

Dogs have faithfully followed humans into combat since the dawn of time. At first they simply provided emotional support. As soldiers found ways to use the canine’s remarkable senses of smell and hearing, their bond deepened. The military working dog team was born.

Today dog teams are active across all branches of the military. Some perform tasks that are so specialized that, as author Nancy Roe Pimm discovered firsthand, the dogs are considered state secrets and can’t be photographed.
Pimm tells the story of this evolving relationship between dogs and soldiers from the Civil War onward. Whether detecting mustard gas in World War I or improvised explosive devices in Iraq, the U.S. canine corps have adapted to modern warfare at every turn, with a reliability rating that technology has yet to match.
The dog’s unmatched sense of smell and hearing proved invaluable in the jungle warfare of Vietnam, detecting booby traps and enemy movements and saving an estimated 10,000 American lives. Stories of their epic bravery circulated widely, like that of Nemo, who lay atop his wounded handler during a fierce firefight, never flinching even with one eye shot out.
However, as late as the 21st century, while a new generation of highly trained IED-detecting dogs was taking to the streets of Fallujah, official policy continued to treat them as little more than expendable equipment. The soldiers whose hearts had been touched — and whose lives had been saved — stepped up and fought several hard-won battles for the rights of their canine companions.
Pimm, a distinguished author of nonfiction for young readers, relates this evolving relationship between dogs and soldiers with heart and humor. The book carries the story up to the present day, including the 2016 legislation that would grant these dogs the same privileges and military honors bestowed on their handlers.

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    1946248061
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A native of Brooklyn, New York, Nancy Roe Pimm is the author of nonfiction narratives for young readers. Her book Colo’s Story: The Life of One Grand Gorilla was selected as a Choose to Read Ohio (CTRO) title for 2013 and 2014. She is also the author of The Indy 500: The Inside Track, The Daytona 500: The Thrill and Thunder of the Great American Race, The Heart of the Beast: Eight Great Gorilla Stories, and The Jerrie Mock Story: The First Woman to Fly Solo Around the World. All five titles were Junior Library Guild Selections. She lives in Ohio.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ QUINDARO PRESS, LLC (March 1, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 160 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1946248061
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1946248060
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 7 - 9
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.5 x 9 inches
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Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Nancy now resides in Plain City, Ohio, along with her husband, Ed, who has retired from a career racing Indy Cars and NASCAR. Nancy has drawn from her experience as a pit crew member for her husband’s race team to write, The Indy 500- The Inside Track and The Daytona 500-The Thrill and Thunder of the Great American Race.

Nancy Roe Pimm volunteered as a docent for the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in the 1980’s. After she took an animal handling class, the zoo entrusted her with a vanful of critters to take to local school assemblies. Another docent duty was to lead zoo tours. While giving the tours, Nancy discovered her fascination with gorillas, especially Colo and her family. In 2007, Nancy’s book, The Heart of the Beast—Eight Great Gorilla Stories was published and in 2011, Colo’s Story—The Life of One Grand Gorilla. All four of Nancy’s books are Junior Library Guild Selections. Colo’s Story has been chosen as a Choose to Read Ohio book and was selected to represent the state of Ohio at the National Book Festival in Washington, D.C.

She is currently working on her first YA novel.

Nancy and Ed have three wonderful daughters: Allison, Lindsay, and Carli, a son-in-law Rusty and two very adorable grandsons, Tommy and Sammy. Nancy still loves to visit schools, but instead of sharing zoo animals, she shares her love of reading and writing. Nancy wrote her first book at age ten, and she brings it to the schools to encourage the students to believe in their dreams. You can reach Nancy through her web site at www.nancyroepimm.com

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Donna Drake
5.0 out of 5 stars sweet, and sometimes sad stories about how canines have ...
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2017
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Nancy Roe Pimm has done it again! This time she tells the stories of military dogs and their soldiers. Interesting, touching, sweet, and sometimes sad stories about how canines have helped with duties that humans are less well equipped to do. I always learn something when reading one of Nancy Roe Pimm's informative books, whether it's about car races, gorillas, or the first woman to fly solo around the world! And her books are suitable for all ages, enjoyed by kids and grandparents alike (I've given her books to my elderly parents and they've both thoroughly enjoyed them as well) They're quick and easy to read, but still plenty of great facts and some interesting side stories. This one has just come out, and I'm already looking forward to what she will write next!
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5.0 out of 5 stars This book contains wonderful and touching stories of these amazing dogs and their ...
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2017
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This book contains wonderful and touching stories of these amazing dogs and their adored handlers. It begins with a history that goes back to the Civil War. Nancy did her homework and truly loved learning about and sharing this subject. When you begin reading, it will be hard to put it down! Buy this book, read it and share it! You will be so glad you did!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book. Excellent price and condition!
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My son really enjoyed this book and shared it with friends. Thank you for making the used book option purchase available saves us a fortune and keeps the young minds growing! It was an excellent shape like new and came very quickly.
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Leigh L.
5.0 out of 5 stars Feel-good book? Oh, yes!
Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2021
This collection of touching stories is sure to bring a smile and a tear to your eye. Love the celebration of this unique relationship between dog and soldier!
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John C. Burnam
5.0 out of 5 stars “Bonded By Battle” by Author, Nancy Roe Pimm is ...
Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2017
“Bonded By Battle” by Author, Nancy Roe Pimm is a captivating selection of incredible war dog stories, including a war horse and some heroic war birds. The stories range from the Civil War through the War on Terror in the Middle East. Nancy addresses the heroic legacy of war dog deployment, dog handlers, bravery and sacrifice on the battlefield, and their post-war treatment by the U.S. government and military officials. The one sticking point for me is that the author expertly captured the bonding relationship developed between human and animal, surviving under the tension and trauma of combat engagements, where the difference between life and death on the battlefield is many times determined by a dog. “Bonded By Battle” is an essential read for animal lovers of all ages. By John C. Burnam
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Pete36
5.0 out of 5 stars From a School Librarian...
Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2017
Bonded By Battle is an engaging collection of stories about military dogs of the past and present. Each chapter reads like short biography of a brave and loyal service dog. This book is perfect for reluctant middle grade readers, as well as high school students and adults. Fascinating aspects of U.S. History are woven throughout the book in a way that is compelling to even those students who do not normally enjoy historical non-fiction. However, the stories from the battlefront are told in an age-appropriate way. There is nothing overly graphic, or violent. I have ordered extra copies for our school library because we have a on-hold list of students waiting to read it!
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Chuck Shuck
5.0 out of 5 stars ... so many hero dogs throughout the history of this great country. You will not be disappointed
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2017
I am so honored and humbled that Gabe was selected to be in this book amongst so many hero dogs throughout the history of this great country. You will not be disappointed. Get your copy today.
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Robert C
5.0 out of 5 stars Heartwarming & enlightening accounts of human & canine soldiers!
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2017
I was absolutely drawn into this book from the first page. I laughed and I cried (literally), as I read chapter after chapter of the incredible relationships and achievements of the soldiers, human and canine. The unconditional love that a dog gives is never more evident than in the relationship of the handler and the war dog. We owe such a debt of gratitude to all of these soldiers who protect our freedom every day!
Thank you, Ms. Pimm for bringing these heartwarming true stories to life!!!
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