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The story of Wojtek: The 440-pound bear that drank, smoked, and carried weapons for the Polish army during World War II

Alex LockieMay 12, 2016, 19:17 IST

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During World War II, the 22nd Artillery Supply Company of the 2nd Polish Corps had an unusual soldier among its ranks, a 440-pound Syrian bear named Wojtek.

Wojtek first came to the company as a cub, but over the course of the war he matured and was given the rank of corporal in the Polish army.

Here's Wojtek's amazing story below.