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Birds have also crisscrossed the pages of history, serving as companions and tools. From the ancient Egyptians who revered doves to the modern-day canary's role in coal mines as an early warning mechanism for miners, birds have found unique niches. Pigeons, particularly, became renowned for their homing abilities and played crucial roles in historical communication, especially during wartime.
In World War I, carrier pigeons saved countless lives by carrying messages across perilous frontlines, and their significance continued through subsequent conflicts. Beyond their wartime valor, many cultures have embraced birds for their songs, beauty, and companionship over millennia.