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National Military Working Dog Day: Why June 7 Matters

JADE HIATT KRUUSMAGI June 2, 2026

Each year on June 7, Australia pauses to observe National Military Working Dog Day. It is a day of profound solemnity and remembrance, dedicated to the four-legged heroes who have…

Military Animal History Explained in Under 3 Minutes

JADE HIATT KRUUSMAGI June 1, 2026

Throughout the annals of human conflict, there has existed a parallel history of courage, sacrifice, and unwavering loyalty that often goes unspoken. This is the military animal history: a record…

Keeping Our Faithful Companions Safe During Extreme Weather

JADE HIATT KRUUSMAGI January 10, 2026

Animals have stood beside humans through war, disaster, and hardship. Today, many of our own companions rely on us in moments of danger, especially as extreme weather events become more…

Explore. Remember. Support. The New AWAMO Website Experience.

JADE HIATT KRUUSMAGI December 27, 2025

Our new website is live and it’s built to honour the animals who served, saved lives and stood beside soldiers in history’s most difficult moments. Dear friends and supporters of…

MEDIA RELEASE – War Animal Day 2026

JADE HIATT KRUUSMAGI December 16, 2025

Australian War Animal Memorial Organisation Calls on Local Communities to Honour Australian War Animal Day – 24 February The Australian War Animal Memorial Organisation (AWAMO) is proud to commemorate Australian…

The Animals of Ukraine Need Our Help

JADE HIATT KRUUSMAGI June 3, 2022

Standing With Ukraine: Supporting Animals Affected by War War leaves few untouched. While the human cost is visible and devastating, animals are often the silent victims, caught in conflict they…

AWAMO’s First Overseas Memorial

JADE HIATT KRUUSMAGI February 15, 2019

Pozières, France Pozières is a small village in northern France, but its name carries immense weight in Australian military history. During World War I, the battles fought at Pozières in…

Dual Red & Purple Poppy Badge

JADE HIATT KRUUSMAGI October 16, 2018

Honouring All Who Served, Human and Animal The poppy is one of the most powerful symbols of remembrance. Instantly recognisable, deeply emotional, and universally respected. At the Australian War Animals…

AWAMO Pozières 1st Anniversary

JADE HIATT KRUUSMAGI July 25, 2018

Update from recent visit to AWAMO memorial, Pozières France Lyn and myself along with brother Bob and wife Laurie went to the memorial today and had a little quiet time.…

Pigeons: The secret heroes of World War I

JADE HIATT KRUUSMAGI July 4, 2018

Pigeons: The Secret Heroes of World War I In the chaos of World War I, communication could mean the difference between survival and disaster. Telephone lines were cut by shellfire,…

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War & Service Animal Day

National Military Working Dog Day: Why June 7 Matters

Military Animal History Explained in Under 3 Minutes

Keeping Our Faithful Companions Safe During Extreme Weather

Explore. Remember. Support. The New AWAMO Website Experience.

MEDIA RELEASE – War Animal Day 2026

The Animals of Ukraine Need Our Help

AWAMO’s First Overseas Memorial

Dual Red & Purple Poppy Badge

AWAMO Pozières 1st Anniversary

Pigeons: The secret heroes of World War I

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