Punch and Judy (dogs)
Pair of dogs that received the Dickin Medal for service in Mandatory Palestine in 1946
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Punch and Judy were a pair of dogs that received the Dickin Medal from the People's Dispensary for Sick Animals for their bravery in service in Palestine in 1946. The commendation notes: "saved the lives of two British Officers... [by warning them of and] attacking an armed terrorist who was stealing upon them unawares." Both dogs were severely wounded.[1]
The Dickin Medal is often referred to as the animal metaphorical equivalent of the Victoria Cross.[2]
