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15 Historical Facts About English Mastiffs You Might Not Know

#7 Preserved historical documents that confirm the existence of the canine “army” of Alexander the Great, which included about 50 thousand animals!

These four-legged fierce warriors instilled fear in the army, forcing it to raise the white flag ahead of time.

#8 With the help of dogs, the commander conquered Persia in the 5th century BC. e. and acquired a new title – the king of Asia.

#9 The ancestors of the English mastiff were also kept by another military leader – Gaius Julius Caesar.

Alice White

Written by Alice White

Alice White, a devoted pet lover and writer, has turned her boundless affection for animals into a fulfilling career. Originally dreaming of wildlife, her limited scientific background led her to specialize in animal literature. Now she happily spends her days researching and writing about various creatures, living her dream.

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