The Bear who went to War

The Bear Who Went to War by Alan Pollock, illustrated by Bryony Thomson, tells the remarkable true story of Wojtek, an orphaned bear cub adopted by a group of Polish soldiers during the Second World War.

As Wojtek grows, he becomes a much-loved companion to the soldiers and eventually joins them on their journey through the Italian campaign, helping to carry supplies at the Battle of Monte Cassino. After the war, Wojtek and the soldiers make their way to Scotland, where he finds a new home at Edinburgh Zoo.

A touching story of friendship, loyalty and courage, this beautifully illustrated picture book brings Wojtek’s extraordinary story to life for younger readers.