Birds of War: The US Pigeon Service in World War I

National Mall and Memorial Parks

  • Jan 28, 2024 at 3:00 PM
  • Free

In World War I, communication was difficult. Artillery cut phone lines and killed runners. The French and British encouraged the American Army to adopt a superior means of communication: the messenger pigeon.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

World War I Memorial (by the statue)

Schedule

Date:

Jan 28, 2024

Time:

3:00 PM

Duration:

30 minutes

Contact Information

Ranger Alex Calta
(202) 426-6841

Event Type

  • Talk