Private Francis M. Hall with his Doberman Pincher on Iwo Jima, March 1945.

Iwo Jima war dog

War dogs practice amphibious landings from a Higgins boat at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. This was one phase of the War Dogs intensive training prior to their deployment in the South Pacific.War Dogs training, Camp Lejeune,1943

War dogs practice amphibious landings

These three Marine aviators were responsible for shooting down 46 Japanese fighters over Guadalcanal. From left to right: Major John L. Smith, Major Robert D. Galer, and Captain Marion E. Carl pose for a photo after being awarded Navy Crosses for their actions. Major Smith would later be awarded the Medal of Honor.Guadalcanal, 1942