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Royal Blue the Kings racing pigeon and first carrier of the war
" Royal Blue" the Kings racing pigeon and first carrier of the war carried a message from a force landed plane on hte Continent has been invested with the animals VC The Dickin Medal. In October 1940 this bird was released in Holland approximately 120 miles from base at 7.20am and arrived at Sandringham at 11.50am the same day with information regarding the sitution of the crew. Corporal A Randall RAF with the Kings pigeon after it had been invested with the medal in London
12th April 1945
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring the legendary "Royal Blue," the brave racing pigeon who carried a crucial message from a force-landed plane during wartime. This historic bird, adorned with the PDSA Dickin Medal for gallantry, adds a unique touch of history to any space. Our high-quality Metal Prints elevate your favorite images with vibrant colors and stunning clarity, ensuring a captivating display of this remarkable avian hero. Get your hands on this piece of history and bring the story of "Royal Blue" to life in your home or office.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this photo print, we witness the remarkable story of "Royal Blue" the Kings racing pigeon and first carrier of the war. This brave bird, adorned with its prestigious Dickin Medal, stands proudly alongside Corporal A Randall RAF in London on April 12th, 1945. During World War II, Royal Blue played a crucial role in communication between forces. On one fateful day in October 1940, this feathered hero was released in Holland, approximately 120 miles away from base. At precisely 7:20 am, it embarked on an extraordinary journey to deliver vital information about a force landed plane and its crew. Against all odds and amidst the chaos of war-torn Europe, Royal Blue defied time and distance. With unwavering determination and unmatched speed, it arrived at Sandringham by 11:50 am that same day. The message it carried provided invaluable insight into the situation faced by the stranded crew members. This photograph captures not only a historic moment but also showcases the incredible bond between humans and animals during times of adversity. It serves as a reminder that even amidst darkness and despair, hope can be found through unexpected heroes like Royal Blue. With its vibrant royal blue feathers symbolizing loyalty and nobility, this courageous racing pigeon forever etched its name into history books as an emblem of bravery during wartime communication efforts.
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