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TIL a WWI pigeon named Cher Ami was shot through the chest, lost an eye and a leg, but still flew 25 miles to deliver a message that saved 200 trapped soldiers from friendly fire

One of the most insane survival stories in military history. The pigeon was awarded the French Croix de Guerre medal for its service.

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