Question

Based on the reading, what two features could you add to this chart that might make it more relevant to the article on pets in the military?
1774-83
U.S. Revolutionary War
1820s-80’s
Westward
Expansion:
War on the Native Americans & Mexicans
1861-65
U.S. Civil War
1914-45
World War I and II
1940’s-90’s
Cold War
Korean War
1959-75
Vietnam War
1990-91
Gulf War
2001
Iraq War and War on Terror

Answer 1

To make the chart more relevant to the article on pets in the military, you could consider adding the following two features:

1. **Inclusion of Military Mascots or Pets**: Add specific instances or notable military mascots or service animals associated with each conflict. For example, mention famous dogs like "Sergeant Stubby" from World War I, who is known for his service and bravery, or therapy dogs used in the Iraq War or War on Terror to support soldiers.

2. **Impact of Pets on Soldier Morale**: Include a column or note on how pets or animals were used to boost morale or provide companionship to soldiers during each conflict. This could involve insights into programs that deployed animals to support troops, the psychological benefits observed, or anecdotes of soldiers bonding with local animals in war zones.

These features would help illustrate the role pets have played not just as companions but also as morale boosters and symbols of loyalty throughout military history.