Bamse (dog)
Bamse (Norwegian for "(male) bear", "teddy bear" or "big boy") (1937 – 22 July 1944) was a St. Bernard dog that became the heroic mascot of the Free Norwegian Forces during the Second World War. He became a symbol of Norwegian freedom during the war.
Bamse wearing a Royal Norwegian Navy sailor's cap | |
| Species | Dog |
|---|---|
| Breed | St. Bernard |
| Sex | Male |
| Born | 1937 Oslo, Norway |
| Died | 22 July 1944 (aged 6–7) Montrose, Scotland |
| Resting place | Montrose, Scotland |
| Nation from | Norwegian |
| Occupation | Military mascot |
| Employer | Royal Norwegian Navy |
| Years active | 9 February 1940-22 July 1944 |
| Known for | Symbol of Norwegian freedom during World War II |
| Owner | Erling Hafto |
| Awards | Norges Hundeorden PDSA Gold Medal |
| http://www.bamsemontrose.co.uk/ | |
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