HISTORY MAKERS

Some animals prove that greatness comes in many forms, with fur, feathers, or fins, gaining fame for their extraordinary contributions.

Here Are 6 Animals That Changed History:

Dolly was the first mammal to revolutionise the scientific world by proving that cloning from an adult cell was possible. 

Laika, a stray dog from Moscow, made history in 1957 as the first living creature to orbit Earth aboard Sputnik, making her an enduring symbol of space exploration.

Balto was recognised for his bravery in leading a dog sledge 54-mile stretch through a blizzard and -40°F temperatures to bring a life-saving medicine from Anchorage for a diphtheria outbreak in Nome, Alaska.

A homing pigeon named Cher Ami, in 1918, flew 25 miles in just 25 minutes to deliver a message that saved over 500 U.S. soldiers during World War I. 

A 1966 acclaimed film was inspired by Kenyan game warden George Adamson and his wife Joy’s book Born Free, which chronicled their journey of raising a lion cub, Elsa, teaching her to hunt, and ultimately releasing her successfully into the wild.

In 1927, Morris Frank partnered with a German Shepherd named Buddy and trained as a guide dog. After bringing Buddy to the U.S., he showcased her abilities, pioneering the use of assistance dogs for the blind.