Excerpt from The Link
The Japanese used pigeons to their great advantage in the russo-japanese War in 1904. The Japanese, with their characteristic cunning and ingenuity, discovered that homing pigeons could be taught to ?y back to a mobile loft in new surroundings. During the past two world wars the majority of pigeons ?ew their messages to such mobile lofts. Through a highly successful training program, the U. S. Armed forces were able to get 95 percent of their pigeon messages through. Before World War II, pigeons had been trained only to make daylight ?ights, but the birds are now trained to ?y at night. And there are birds that will carry their messages in both directions.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the remarkable true story of Blackie Halligan, a heroic homing pigeon who risked life and limb to deliver a vital message through intense enemy fire during World War II. The author paints a vivid picture of the significant role homing pigeons played in wartime communication, tracing their use from ancient times to their invaluable contributions in both World Wars. Beyond the gripping narrative, the book explores the profound bond between humans and animals, showcasing the extraordinary lengths to which creatures will go to fulfill their duty and protect those they love. Through the lens of Blackie Halligan's bravery, the author invites readers to reflect on the indomitable spirit of courage, perseverance, and the power of hope in the face of adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332851348_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332851348
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332851348
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)