We will remember them…

On the 11th of this month, it was Remembrance Day for all the fallen forces members who fought in the world wars. A lot of people don’t realise that cats were actively used to assist during these times, and I recently read this passage to honour them. I felt it should be shared:

Paws At The Ready –

The cats of World War One had significant role in all the campaigns,

We must honour their bravery too.

Give thought to all the kitties who served in World War One,

A battalion of the finest who never fired a gun.

What was their role?

Whether hunting rodents out at sea, or loyal friends to men, these many cats had vital roles, time and time again.

The food was saved.

A common sight in trenches deep, dispatching mice and rats, the soldiers’ had a special bond with many of these cats.

Many were treasured mascots.

Five hundred thousand cats were sent to serve in the Great War.

Some detected mustard gas, whilst others were offshore.

Some of the feline heroes -Togo was the Dreadnought’s cat, The Swan had their lad, Ching.

Pincher was the Vinex’s mog, it was luck they hoped they’d bring.

‘Martinpuich’ was aptly named, by The 9th battalion chaps.

Pitouchi was the orphaned kit, who’d survived on army scraps.

Spark Plug, Tabby, and many more were companions to the troops.

The feline unsung heroes, those cats who became recruits.

We’ll never truly realise just what these cats went through.

So spare a thought and give some thanks for what they did for you!

Anon.