War Pigeon - Decorated War Pigeons

Decorated War Pigeons

In total, 34 pigeons were decorated with the Dickin Medal including:

  • "Commando" (1944)
  • "Paddy" (1944)
  • "William of Orange" (1944)
  • Mary of Exeter (1945)
  • "G.I. Joe" (1946)

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