WW2 USAAF Pigeon Carrier with message containers
This is an original WW2 Carrier Pigeon box used by US forces
throughout WW2. Some were even used aboard aircraft. This box has not been
restored and has been left in its original found condition. As ca be seen in the photos the metal on the hinges
and handles has started to rust but there is no evidence of woodworm in the
box. Externally the box is marked PG-104CB which indicates this box was
designed to carry 4 birds. Instructions as to its use can be found under the lid
once it is opened.
More importantly, this box also comes with 2 PG-67 leg
canisters which would have contained the message which was strapped to the
pigeons leg. These canisters are extremely rare and hard to find and sell
individually for £40+
This is a fantastic authentic item suitable for a museum
display or collector/re enactor
Dimensions: 13 ½ L, 7
½ W, 15 ¼ H Wt. 7 pounds
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