Wojtek: The Bear That Went to War

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.

Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
59 mins
Status
Finished
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Details

Type
Movie
Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
59 mins
Status
Finished
Start Date
Oct 22, 2011
Season
2011
Average Score
58%
Mean Score
58%
Ratings
6
Popularity
6
Favorites
0
Reviews
0
Genres
Documentary

Tags

immigrant50%world war ii50%bear50%patriot50%

Description

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.

Immersion

Japanese

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Staff

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