2015 $1 Unlikely Heroes Horrie The Dog Coloured Uncirculated CoinHorrie the Dog, an Egyptian terrier, became a beloved mascot for the Australian soldiers of the 2 1st Machine Gun Battalion during World War II. Rescued as a stray in Egypt, Horrie traveled with the troops across the Middle East and Greece, providing companionship and boosting morale. Smuggled back to Australia, Horrie's story is a touching reminder of the enduring bond between soldiers and their animal companions in wartime.