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Homing pigeons were used to deliver important messages. Unlike radio calls, phone calls, or Morse Code transmissions, there was no way for these messages to be intercepted. Pigeons were used because of this and also because they were able to fly long distances (about 500 miles) at an average speed of around 50mph.
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Who Ivented carrier pigeon?
The homing pigeon comes from selecting pigeons of the rock breed. There is no specific breed actually called "carrier pigeon". Carrier pigeons that are the basic Racing Homer were used to carry messages in World War I and World War II.
How did the allied forces communicate during the World War 2?
They used coded telegraphs and message sent by carrier pigeon. And in the 1940s, they had telephones.
What methods of comunication were available in World War 1?
Runner; Semaphore; Telephone; Telegraph; Carrier pigeon; Some forms of radio, Morse for example.
What animals were the Allies trying to train to drop bombs during World War 2?
Carrier pigeons, maybe... The Croix de Guerre Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster was awarded to Cher Ami, pigeon hero of the Lost Battallion in WW1...
How much did it cost to make an aircraft carrier during world war 2?
1million
Who drew the pigeon as the symbol of world peace?
Picasso drew the peace pigeon ( a "colombe")
What is one of the World's most strongest aircraft carrier?
The USS Eisenhower carrier is the most strongest aircraft carrier in the World.
What happened to queen mary in world war 2?
RMS Queen Mary was used as a troop carrier during World War 2
What US carrier during World War 2 was hit three times before finally sinking?
Yorktown
Which is best clay pigeon shooting trainer in UK?
World sporting provides best clay pigeon shooting in UK
What are the release dates for Scenes from the World's Largest Pigeon Farm - 1909?
Scenes from the World's Largest Pigeon Farm - 1909 was released on: USA: 26 May 1909
What were the purpose of tanks during world war 1?
water transport
