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