During World War II, the 22nd Artillery Supply Company of the 2nd Polish Corps had an unusual soldier among its ranks, a 440 pound Syrian bear named Wojtek.
Wojtek first came to the company as a cub, but over the course of the war he matured and was given the rank as a corporal in the Polish army.
“He was like a child, like a small dog. He was given milk…
As he grew, his diet changed, but he remained friendly.
The bear became fond of drinking beer, as well as smoking,…
The company was fond of boxing and wrestling with Wojtek,…
Because of his fearsome size and strength, Wojtek carried…
