A Memorable Marine Mascot The loyal companion of the 4th Marines, Soochow had a talent for survival.

Warfare History Network ^ | August 2008 | By Eric Niderost

[artichokegrower]

Soochow was a mongrel dog with a remarkable gift for self-preservation. A homeless stray, he attached himself to some U.S. Marines, men of the Fourth Regiment who were stationed in China. The dog was first tolerated, then accepted, and finally celebrated as a full-fledged leatherneck. Soochow eventually became a “sergeant,” but he earned his stripes in one of the most remarkable tales of survival and courage of World War II.

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[artichokegrower]

Amazing story of survival for both the dog and the US Marines

[where's_the_Outrage?]

A pic helps:



U.S. Marines of Company B, 4th Regiment pose proudly with their mascot, the indomitable Soochow. A uniform was specially made for the famous canine, who survived World War II and died at age 11 in 1948. (Author’s Collection)

[Clutch Martin]

I was gettin’ a little misty readin’ that.

[Bon of Babble]

Beautiful story of a loyal and fearless companion, whom I'm sure brought much joy to the Marines serving in China.