Steve1871 Posted 13 January , 2019 Share Posted 13 January , 2019 A large number of pigeon's were used by allies in Great War. During that age, Hawking and Falconry were popular rich mans sport. Surly some Germen officers did it. Since officers could go on leave, are there any stories of a German officer bringing back a falcon or hawk to take down allied pigeons? Yes, this is strange but many strange things were tried in both sides. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KONDOA Posted 14 January , 2019 Share Posted 14 January , 2019 A hawk is a relatively easy target for a shotgun and of considerable value, not easily replaced. Pigeons are fast fliers and quite difficult to shoot at height. Given pigeons would be flying away from the lines the hawk would by necessity be operating right over those sporting Brits and would be unlikely to survive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve1871 Posted 15 January , 2019 Author Share Posted 15 January , 2019 Just wondered if ever tried, battle lines change all the time, sometimes could curve to have a north- south line , where birds would fly across instead of back to safety . Just a curious thought . thanks for reply Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KONDOA Posted 15 January , 2019 Share Posted 15 January , 2019 Fair suggestion and unfortunately I don't have any reference to disprove your ideas. Roop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Open Bolt Posted 8 February , 2019 Share Posted 8 February , 2019 Walter N Nicholson 'Behind the Lines' says that trench stores included sporting guns to bring down pigeons, but whether that is true or not I have no idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAW Posted 8 February , 2019 Share Posted 8 February , 2019 This reminds me of General Melchett's pet pigeon 'Speckled Jim' in the comedy series Blackadder Goes Forth. Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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