Exhibition “Poilus: History of Cats and Dogs” in Lens: Animals in the Great War

📅 From 26 September 2026 to 3 January 2027
📍 Lens (venue details to be confirmed)

The exhibition **”Poilus: History of Cats and Dogs”** tells a little-known chapter of the Great War: the lives of animals alongside soldiers. These images are essential witnesses to the history experienced by cats and dogs during the conflict.

A touching and educational exhibition that sheds light on the role of companion and utility animals in the trenches and behind the front lines. An unprecedented look at First World War heritage in the mining basin.

🔗 Source: [tourisme-lens.fr](https://www.tourisme-lens.fr/sortir/les-evenements/)

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