5 Famous German Shepherds Throughout History

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Rin Tin Tin: A German Shepherd rescued from a WWI battlefield who became a silent film star in the 1920s and 30s.

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Strongheart: A German Shepherd that appeared in many silent films in the 1920s and was one of the first animal actors to be a Hollywood star.

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Horand von Grafrath: The first German Shepherd Dog, registered by the German Kennel Club in April 1899.

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Flash: A German Shepherd who served in the British Army during WWII and was awarded the Dickin Medal for bravery.

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Buddy: A German Shepherd who served as a therapy dog for President Lyndon B. Johnson and his family during the White House years.

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