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Chapter 1 - Free Preview

Read the first chapter of The Bear Soldier and discover Wojtek's incredible story from the very beginning.

Get started with the first chapter of this incredible WWII story. Perfect for sampling the book before purchase.

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Book Club Discussion Guide

Comprehensive discussion questions, character analysis, and historical context for book clubs reading The Bear Soldier.

Perfect for book clubs, reading groups, and literature classes. Includes 25+ discussion questions, character profiles, and historical background.

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Historical Photo Gallery

Rare photographs of Wojtek, Polish soldiers, and key locations from the book with detailed captions.

Exclusive collection of rare photographs from Polish military archives, including Wojtek with soldiers, Monte Cassino battlefield, and historical artifacts.

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Timeline of Real Events

Chronological timeline of WWII events that shaped Wojtek's story, from Poland 1939 to Edinburgh 1963.

Detailed chronological timeline showing how historical events influenced Wojtek's journey and the Polish soldiers' experiences.

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Educational Materials for Teachers

Complete curriculum materials for high school and college history classes, including lesson plans and student activities.

Complete curriculum materials for high school and college history classes, including lesson plans and student activities.

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Character Map & Relationships

Visual guide to all major characters in The Bear Soldier and their relationships to Wojtek and each other.

Comprehensive character guide showing relationships between Wojtek, Polish soldiers, and historical figures featured in the book.

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Polish Pronunciation Guide

Audio recordings and phonetic guides to help readers pronounce Polish names and terms correctly.

Audio recordings and phonetic guides to help readers pronounce Polish names and terms correctly.

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