Original U.S. WWII Airborne Parachute Pigeon Cage Drop Cage Basket with Parachute and Accessories Category_Receiver Approximate stock length is 51"

Approximate stock length is 51"

this is a stark reminder that even under front line battle conditions the red tape of bureaucracy still controlled everything

It does not show signs of ever having been arsenal refinished

the formation was recalled home and

The bolt has serial number 8843

Original U.S. WWII Airborne Parachute Pigeon Cage Drop Cage Basket with Parachute and Accessories Category_Receiver Approximate stock length is 51"Original Item: Only One Available. This is an original WWII Airborne Signal Corps drop cage designed to carry eight homing pigeons and is complete with the hanging suspension lines, hook, and original white silk parachute with case and lead line. This specially designed cage allowed 8 birds to be safely dropped where needed. As long as the pilot followed procedures, the birds could reach their destination. This is the most complete and best condition