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A famous mascot - Captain Scott dog joins the Army
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A famous mascot - Captain Scott dog joins the Army
Scotty, the dog belonging to Captain Robert Falcon Scott, who went to the South Pole with Scott in 1912 and went with the relief party to find his late masters body. He was then presented to the 3rd Battalion, City of London Regiment by Captain F. Keith Jones as a regimental mascot. According to the caption, Scotty was very fierce and the demise of three donkeys was down to him. Date: 1915
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Captain Scott's Courageous Canine Companion: Scotty, the Famous Scottie Dog's Journey to the Army This evocative photograph captures the moment when Scotty, the brave Scottie dog, joined the ranks of the 3rd Battalion, City of London Regiment in 1915. Scotty was no ordinary dog; he had already made history as the loyal companion of the legendary polar explorer, Captain Robert Falcon Scott, during Scott's ill-fated expedition to the South Pole in 1912. Scotty's story began when he accompanied Scott and his team on their perilous journey to reach the Earth's southernmost point. The harsh Antarctic conditions took a heavy toll on the team's supplies, including three donkeys, which unfortunately met their end at Scotty's paws. Despite his reputation as a fierce protector, Scotty was also known for his loyalty and companionship, which made him an invaluable member of the team. Tragically, Scott and his team did not return from their expedition, and Scotty was eventually found by a relief party led by Captain F. Keith Jones. Moved by the dog's loyalty and bravery, Jones decided to present Scotty to the 3rd Battalion, City of London Regiment as their regimental mascot. Scotty's new role in the army brought him back to the familiar sounds of military life, and he continued to serve with distinction. This photograph captures a proud moment in Scotty's remarkable journey, as he takes his place among his new comrades in arms. Scotty's story is a testament to the unbreakable bond between man and dog, and the enduring courage and loyalty that can be found in even the most unlikely of heroes.
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