Corporal Jackie
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title:
Corporal Jackie
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Corporal Jackie was a baboon in the South African army during World War I. He was made their mascot when his owner was drafted into war, and would not leave Jackie at home. Jackie received various injuries during the war such as having shrapnel lodged in his leg and arm, along with having his right leg blown off. Jackie was trained to salute when he saw a superior officer. After the war, Jackie was given the rank of corporal, and the Pretoria Citizens Service Medal, then he died a year later in
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Baboon in the South African army during World War I
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corporal_Jackie
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2024-04-01T20:40:29Z
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