Wojtek
Bear in the Polish army (1942–1963)
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Why this is trending
Interest in “Wojtek” spiked on Wikipedia on 2026-07-21.
Categorised under History, this article fits a familiar pattern. History articles often trend on anniversaries of notable events, when historical parallels are drawn in the news, or following popular media portrayals.
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Key Takeaways
- Wojtek was a Syrian brown bear.
- Wojtek accompanied the 2nd Polish Corps to Italy, serving under the 22nd Artillery Supply Company.
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Source summary
WikipediaWojtek was a Syrian brown bear. He was purchased by Polish soldiers from an Iranian shepherd near Hamadan, Iran, during World War II. Wojtek accompanied the 2nd Polish Corps to Italy, serving under the 22nd Artillery Supply Company.
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