Wojtek: The Bear That Went to War (2011)
• October 22nd, 2011 • 0h 59min
Documentary
Overview
This is the story of Wojtek - a magnificent 500lb military bear who fought in World War Two alongside a band of Polish soldiers, shared their beer and cigarettes - and eventually their fate. Through understanding the life and death of this unique creature we discover new meanings to the terms immigrant, patriot, and human being.
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