These 1 1/8" long x 3/8" wide aluminum capsules have two copper bands held to the capule with a "figure 8" aluminum washer. Also, the form has enough room to allow an appropriate message to be written explaining the map. I have a small quantity of these scarce message capsules. Your message is printed on PigeonGram message paper and it is attached to a homing pigeon. The main hazard encountered by racing pigeons is predation bybirds of prey. 100 km/hour) the first hour of the race while flying on glycogen and carbohydrates (fats) in the blood stream and those stored in the liver. The bottom half is branded; "PG-67". MEDAL BADGE MILITARIA ARMY NAVY Military RARE, HORNED PIGEON-Classics of WWII: The Secret War-Time-Life-GEORGE MILLAR-Superb HC, - HORNED PIGEON-Classics of WWII: The Secret War-Time-Life-GEORGE MILLAR-Superb HC, Pre/Early WW2 Pigeon Message Tube PG-14, Racing Pigeon Button and Patch, Classics of World War II Horned Pigeon by George Millar TIME LIFE Secret War, - Classics of World War II Horned Pigeon by George Millar TIME LIFE Secret War, A Very Rare WW2 U.S. Carrier Pigeon message capsule. 50-100 order = 1 Free Broncho Plus The box measures 13 x 7 x 9 inches and is constructed of olive-green painted plywood with metal hardware and green web carrying strap. The pair of World War One carrier pigeon message capsules open to allow a message to be concealed and attached to the leg of a carrier pigeon. For the United States, the Pigeon Section became a part of the Signal Corps in 1917 and served an important role in sending messages from the front lines back to rear echelons. This law exempts antique firearms from any form of gun control or special engineering. However, fanciers will often wait until the pigeon is at least a few months older beforebreeding. It contains high-energy easily adsorbed fat which goes into the blood and glycogen and gives a few minutes earlier arrival than else would have been achieved. [1]Rebecca Robbins Raines,Getting the Message through: a Branch History of the U.S. Army Signal Corps(Washington, D.C.: Center of Military History, U.S. Army, 1996), 188. B-689), Antiques from The Retreat, P.O. The Clay Pigeons of St. The sport was introduced into the United States about 1875, although regular racing did not begin until 1878. DOGS PIGEONS, Horned Pigeon George Millar Time Life Classics of World War II The Secret War, Zip: The Story of a Carrier Pigeon in WWII, Condon-Boutier, Diane, Good Conditio, War Pigeon! [1]For the United States, the Pigeon Section became a part of the Signal Corps in 1917 and served an important role in sending messages from the front lines back to rear echelons. It comes with multiple accessories including: - A water proof message capsule with strap which was secured to the leg of the pigeon- Multiple pigeon leg cuffs- Message Book M-210-A which contains blank sheets with carbon copy paper, These sheets would be filled out then rolled and inserted into the waterproof capsule which the pigeon would carry while in flight.- Book of onion paper MAP OVERLAY VIA PIGEON leafs. Following the official authorization in November 1917, a pigeon company, composing of 9 officers and 354 soldiers were attached to the army level with smaller detachments at the corps and divisional levels. The most common obstructions are electricity pylons or TV aerials. Adult. Currently, all race winners are tested and over 100 samples were collected and tested in 2013. A call was made to the 152nd Field Artillery PC to shift fire, fifteen minutes after Cher Ami arrived. According to theAmerican Racing Pigeon Union, one of two large accrediting groups, there are 15,000 registered lofts in the U.S. Please see our. As a result of this new way of registering a birds arrival, several loft management software have been created in the last 10 years to help fanciers with record keeping, pigeon pedigree, publishing race results or keep track of treatment and vaccination records. From about four weeks of age until the end of its racing career, the racing loft is the pigeons home and is where it returns to on race day. Legal Notice - International Military Antiques, Inc observes all Federal, State and local laws. G. Racing Pigeons for Sale - Pigeon Farms & Co. - Call (562) 235-1829 | Pigeon Farms & Co. Pigeons for Sale, Racing Pigeons for Sale, Pigeon Farms, Racing Homers for Sale Pigeons for Sale, Racing Pigeons for Sale, Pigeon Farms, Racing Homers for Sale Skip to content FacebookInstagramTwitterYouTubePinterestEmail Home Pigeon Breeds White Dove Release We assume no liability associated with misuse of our products. This is chance to acquire a complete set that would otherwise be nearly impossible to source piece by piece. Email agent. IMA works diligently to be aware of these ever changing laws and obeys them accordingly. Eligible for all payments - Visa, Mastercard, Discover, AMEX, Paypal, Amazon & Sezzle. The pigeons official time is not the actual time it arrived, it is the time the ring was removed, placed in the clock and recorded, which could be many vital seconds later. Throughout WWI, the United States Pigeon Service maintained approximately 600 pigeons in France with over 15,000 being shipped by the time of wars end. ), and they may be without the needed energy when race day appear. The sport of pigeon racing has increased in Canada with Pigeon Clubs and Ladies Auxiliary popping up in cities and towns. The pad orantennais placed at the entry point to the loft entrance and as the pigeon crosses it the electronic band is scanned. The first egg is laid and not incubated until the clutch is complete, with eggs being laid every other day. Required fields are marked *. The message attached to Cher Amis leg was instructions to shift U.S. artillery fire from the 77ths position to the Germans position. Pigeons typically fly at higher speed (e.g. $150.00. Julius Caesar sent messages back to Rome. They do this by becoming mentored by them. Like every sport out there, racing pigeons to is an evolving sport. 37 sold. This practice of loft flying and tossing continues throughout a pigeons career to keep their homing instincts sharp. 274.99. As their confidence grows they gradually wander farther and farther from home until they are out of sight and can remain so for as much as two hours before returning. Inside the capsule, a "kind of tracing paper" bore a message in an unusual sort of German Gothic script, according to Dominique Jardy, curator of the Linge Memorial Museum in Orbey, who turned. The box is designed to carry two pigeons. There are thousands of registered pigeon fanciers in Bangladesh and more people are getting involved in this sport. $189,900. When will you see another Australian WW2 Pigeon Message Capsule? A wide range of available colours in our catalogue: Red, Black, Blue, Grey, Green, Orange, Purple, White, Pink, Yellow, Khaki, Multicolor, Beige, Coffee, Gold. In addition, contortionists can be used to delay moulting, allowing a bird to race late into a season. There seems to be a problem serving the request at this time, AdBlue 20 litres DEF BlueDEF Mannol German Ad Blue Car & Commercials 20L, Salter Health Grill Multi Cooker Air Fryer Aero Grill (Damaged Packaging), Shark Bagless Cylinder Vacuum with Dynamic Technology, Anti Hair Wrap - CZ250UKT, Shark Anti Hair Wrap Cordless Pet Vacuum IZ300UKT | Certified Refurbished, Moulinex Food Processor Electric Vegetable Chopper 2 Speeds 2.4L 600W Cream, Vax Glide Hard Floor Cleaner Upright CLHF-GLKSRB Refurbished, Dyson Supersonic hair dryer (Red/Nickel) - Refurbished. Pigeons aresexually matureat about six months of age. Modern pigeon racing originated in Belgium in the mid 19th century. 100 km/hour) the first hour of the race while flying on glycogen and carbohydrates (fats) in the blood stream and those stored in the liver. Lo by Johns Jr., Glover S. THE CLAY PIGEONS OF ST. Rinker on Collectibles: An Army Shirt, a Brass Bed, and Dogs Playing Poker, Getting to Know You: Raising a Flag for Vexillologist Tom Carrier, By continuing to use the site, you are consenting to the use of cookies as explained in our. Some handlers could be better than some when it comes down to racing. - please order our product from our UK agent at pigeonvitality.co.uk. Futurity races are when the birds race home from the racing station to their homes. If you want 2, I will extend a 10% discount. Instructions for releasing the pigeons are on a decal mounted to the inside lid. In addition to the United States, the United Kingdom trained more than 250,000 carrier pigeons, supplying many to individuals working behind enemy lines.In 1943, the English PDSA (Peoples Dispensary for Sick Animals) Dickin bronze Medal, honoring Maria Dickin founder of the PDSA, was issued to honor animals that demonstrated conspicuous gallantry or devotion to duty while serving or associated with any branch of the Armed Forces or Civilian Defense Forces. Thirty-two pigeons were honored between 1943 and 1949. Pigeon breedersare careful in selecting birds to pair together so as to continue improving the breed and gain a competitive edge. Ring WWII Mark 492 FD 39 RDK WR V Germany European JEWELRY, WW II British officer, POW & escape memoir "HORNED PIGEON", - WW II British officer, POW & escape memoir "HORNED PIGEON". Pigeon racing was particularly popular throughout the twentieth century in the New York City area, particularly in Brooklyn/Coney Island and in Hoboken New Jersey, where it still has devotees. Price: $50.00 each, (ref. The image below is a Pigeon Service Map from World War One: Pigeons were also used throughout World War Two, follow this link to read a fantastic piece about Pigeons in War. The AUSTRALIA is not for sale with these capsules, but will be listed seperately. For his efforts, G.I. After 22 to 28 days in the nest (depending on the owners preference) the young birds are removed and placed in a section of a large loft or in a smaller loft built for the purpose. Mixed. How much is it? The time taken and distance are recorded and the fastest bird is declared the winner. Due to changes in custom rules from 2021, we are not able to export orders from our web shop to UK. This will determine which bird is then the most successful. The birds arrival is recorded automatically. Even though Cher Ami arrived 15 minutes before the staff officers of the 308th Infantry Regiment realized that artillery was firing on the Lost Battalion, it would take an additional 25 minutes to relay the message to the artillery, who at that time, already ceased firing. As pigeon racing takes place over great distances in the sky, instead of on aracetrack, there are many hazards that could befall a pigeon during racing as well as training. Reproduction WW II United States Collectibles, Softcover autographed by author Tim Scherrer, by Johns Jr., Glover S. | PB | Acceptable, Excellent Condition! Included are five capsules for carrying messages, along with attaches straps for fixing to the miniator aviator's leg, one . Shiremoor HS, Tyneside 1953. Exceptional pigeons may arrive home first on multiple occasions;knowingit is going to have the ring removed speedily, which may be uncomfortable, the pigeon could be reluctant to enter the loft for the trainer. It is thisselective breedingthat has given rise to the racing pigeons of today, capable of finding their way home from over 1,600 kilometres (990mi) away and flying at speeds in excess of 130 kilometres per hour (81mph) with a tail wind but average 60 kilometres per hour (37mph) on a calm day. Joe was a pigeon who saved the lives of the inhabitants of the village of Calvi Vecchia, Italy, and of the British troops of 56th (London) Infantry Division occupying it. To attach, the ends of the copper bands are parted and wrapped around the birds leg. 3d 8h left +$12.00 shipping Sponsored WWII WWI Homing Pigeon Carrier Cage Crate Military Canvas Leather Army Bag Pre-Owned $245.00 or Best Offer +$31.25 shipping Sponsored These messages were the difference between life and death in many circumstances. Your email address will not be published. Lo Johns Jr., Glover S. b1679 WW 2 US Army Signal Corps Pigeon Patch R9A, Horned Pigeon (Classics of World War II. The traditional timing method involves rubber rings being placed into a specially designed clock, whereas a newer development uses RFID tags to record arrival time. Sometimes in some leagues there are two divisions: one for the young birds (usually yearlings in their first year of competition) and another for older birds. For Sale. Halaoui discovered the long-lost message just a few hundred yards from its site of origin, so Jardy suspects that this capsule slipped off the homing pigeon's leg early in its journey. Please login to manage saved searches ads. +1 Free Broncho Plus for each 500 after that. Flying and Fancy Bulgarian Pigeons for sale. 100 km/hour) the first hour of the race while flying on glycogen and carbohydrates (fats) in the blood stream and those stored in the liver. Gender. Your personal data will be used to support your experience throughout this website, to manage access to your account, and for other purposes described in our privacy policy. N/A. For Sale. Shady Hills, Floridais home to a pigeon racing club and hosts an annual racing event. Fort Monmouth, New Jersey, housed the U.S. Army Pigeon Breeding and Training Center from 1917 to 1943 and again from 1946 to 1957, when the Signal Pigeon Corps was disbanded. Bremen, GA 30110. The ring is attached around thebirds legbefore being sent to race. Such feats are uncommon, however, and the average racing career rarely exceeds three years. For Sale. Co. while based at Ft. Meade, and presumably while in the field. Gilbert Villegas of the 36th ward introduced the newest legislation June of 2018, on behalf of the Polish constituents in his ward, saying the sport is deeply loved in Poland and a number of residents want to bring the sport back to Chicago. One-loft racing is the process of training birds bred by many different breeders in the same loft, under the same trainer and in the same conditions (as opposed to trainer against trainer in their own lofts and usually with their own birds). From the Keep Archive: Private Hanson with pigeons at Sialkot, from a collection of photographs and documents belonging to 5725087 Private A H Harding, 1st Battalion the Dosetshire Regiment, World War II and pre-war years. Lo by Glover S. Jr. Johns (English) Paperback Book, HORNED PIGEON Millar CLASSICS of WORLD WAR II SECRET WAR SERIES TIME LIFE, - HORNED PIGEON Millar CLASSICS of WORLD WAR II SECRET WAR SERIES TIME LIFE, The Lucky Pigeon: The True Adventures of a Youn, Neal Paperback.+, Time Life Classics of WWII: The Horned Pigeon & Behind Japenese Lines, Vtg Postcard New Overseas Highway, Above Pigeon Key, On The Way To Key West, FLA, Leave feedback about your eBay search experience - opens in new window or tab. In October 2013, blood samples from twenty Belgian pigeons were sent by the Pigeon Fanciers Association to South Africa for testing. Pigeon fanciers will often have one of their pigeons return home with wounds or missing feathers from thebelly or flanksregion. 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Some evidence has surfaced indicating thatmobile phone towersmay be interrupting the birdsnavigation,although no published research has investigated this theory. WW2 carrier pigeon message form. Contact Dom Mastri @ djmastri@ live.com or 570 586 6332 (jf23-nd23) HAMBURG STICKEN The time that the ring was placed in the clock is recorded as the official time that the competing bird arrived home. After a few days of learning how to locate the water and eating by themselves they are allowed to wander out of the loft and peck around in the garden, while doing this they are constantly observing their surroundings and becoming familiar with them. Once quite popular, the sport has experienced a downturn in participants in some parts of the world in recent years, possibly due to the rising cost of living, ageing fanciers, and a severe lack of public interest. [citation needed]Hens are often capable of laying upwards of 12 eggs per year, and squabs usually leave the nest at approximately three to four weeks of age. Even though Cher Ami arrived 15 minutes before the staff officers of the 308th Infantry Regiment realized that artillery was firing on the Lost Battalion, it would take an additional 25 minutes to relay the message to the artillery, who at that time, already ceased firing. As sensational as the story is, Cher Ami arrived after the staff officers of the 308th Infantry Regiment realized that artillery was targeting the Lost Battalion. The club was able to obtain the device thanks to funding from the All Wales award initiative. In addition the creation of mass-produced, sophisticated timing clocks brought accurate and secure timing to the sport. Belgium then developed a 1/8 inch brass leg band, that was sent to racers in America to use. (860) 248-XXXX SHARON, CT. View Details. Real Pigeons Carrying Messages Since 2006: PigeonGram On: USA Standard First Class mail $9.95: Priority Mail with USPS tracking $18.90 (USA only) International First Class mail (Outside USA) $10.95: USA Forward to Sender First Class mail $11.95: A video of your message being carried can be made $49.95 Check the PigeonGram Video $150.00. Results of tests show that the pigeon can obtain higher speed the first part of the race for a longer time ( in our example 65-70 minutes as compared to 60 minutes) if the fats stored in the blood is increased. Carrier Pigeons of the Racing Homer breed were used throughout both wars and 32 of these were presented with the Dickin Medalwhich is awarded for outstanding acts of bravery or devotion to duty displayed by animals serving within the Armed Forces or Civil Defence Units in any theater of war throughout the world. This conditioning is one of the key elements in a lot of racing programs. I. Joe is the most famous of the American pigeons honored. Pigeon racing is becoming increasingly popular in parts of Asia, especially India, China, Pakistan, Iran, Philippines, Japan, Taiwan and Bangladesh. The pair ofWorld War One carrier pigeon message capsules open to allow a message to be concealed and attached to the leg of a carrier pigeon. Instructions for releasing the pigeons are on a decal mounted to the inside lid. As the samples were sent anonymously no action could be taken against the owners of any of the birds. When using an electronic system, the pigeon fancier does not even have to be at the loft to clock the birds as they return. InBangladeshthere are three pigeon racing associations which look after the sport and organise many races. Pigeons for sale. Title 18, U.S. Code, Section 921(a)(16) defines antique firearms as all guns manufactured prior to 1899. Races are generally between 100 kilometres (62 mi) and 1,000 kilometres (620 mi) in distance. Upon opening it, they discovered a message in German written by a Prussian soldier in the early 1900s. The use of carrier pigeons as battlefield messengers dates back to the 6th Century. Small GPS systems have recently begun to hit the consumer market. Description: COURIER PIGEON MESSAGE CAPSULES, LOG, AND EGG. 3 bed. According to my invention, the message holder has rigidly secured to it a spring clamp especially adapted to be sprung over the usual identification 1 band secured to the leg of a pigeon in such a simple and effective manner that the pigeon is unable to detach the same either by pecking at it or accidentally. 4507-2020 owner: ClayHaven Farms. TheCRPU, the Canadian Racing Pigeon Union, is an organisation that is dedicated to the growth, preservation and support of pigeon racing in Canada. In February 2008 the members of the Penygraog Homing Society Racing Pigeon Club inWaleswon an award to fund a new electronic timing device. The sixth sample was erroneously reported in the press as having shown indications ofcocaineuse, but the lab reported that it was indications ofcaffeineusage. The copper bands identify the capsule as WWI era, and later aluminum bands would replace copper. (Washington, D.C.: Center of Military History, U.S. Army, 1996), 188. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); VAT will be automatically added to your order. It does not, however, help them much in relation to finding their home from long distances away, a fundamental of pigeon racing. KEEP THE KEEP GOING! The Operations and Gear of the US Army Pigeon Corps by Tim Scherrer, Operation Columba/The Secret Pigeon Service/The Untold Story of World War II-77, 4 lot CLASSICS OF WORLD WAR II SERIES-TIME LIFE Paris, North Pole Jungle Pigeon, The Clay Pigeons of St. The bottom half is branded; PG-67. From this timestamp an average speed is measured and a winner of the race can be found. [2]For the remainder of the war, pigeons served as a secondary means of communication to telegraph and other wired or wireless forms of communication. The difference between regular racing and futurity races is futurity races has prize money involved. This is very similar totransponder timingsystems used in human races. Land. Birds are fitted with a band that has a tinyRFIDchip in it which can be read when the bird comes home. $50.00 U.S. WW2 Signal Corps, Pigeon Message Capsule "PG-67". Preferably combine it with a Rebuild Capsule for optimum speed and endurance. The Operations and Gear of the US Army Signal pigeon Corps, WW2 WWII Photo German Soldier with Pigeon World War Two Germany Wehrmacht / 2581, Horned Pigeon CLASSICS of WORLD WAR II SERIES TIME LIFE, WW II SOE uses homing pigeons "OPERATION COLUMBA: THE SECRET PIGEON SERVICE" b. In the early days of racing, paint was used to identify birds for owners. 60 results for pigeon capsule Save this search Shipping to: 98837 Brand New $20.00 or Best Offer Sponsored WW2 US messenger pigeon carrying capsule PG-67 Pre-Owned $56.99 Buy It Now +$5.00 shipping Sponsored Pigeon Exhausted Mascot figure Vol.2 All 6 types set Capsule toy Gacha F/S Track Brand New $43.31 Buy It Now Free shipping from Japan 75 J Wade Rd, Bremen, GA 30110. This is an excellent condition double signal pigeon carrier from WW2. Pigeon racing has been described as a sport with a single starting gate and a thousand finish lines. In short, competing birds are taken from their lofts and must race home. BY OSMAN, Allied Forces No Holding Back Great Ships DDay Bombers Clay Pigeons Lot of 25, WORLD WAR II 1941 HOMING PIGEONS PICTORIAL + ARMY CANNON MULE TEAM PHOTOS, War Pigeon! [3]Robert J. Laplander,Finding the Lost Battalion: beyond the Rumors, Myths and Legends of Americas Famous WW1 Epic(Waterford, WI: Lulu Press, 2017), 443-444. Ald. or Best Offer. This method of training is a way to condition the birds mentally and physically to prepare them for the races. Following the official authorization in November 1917, a pigeon company, composing of 9 officers and 354 soldiers were attached to the army level with smaller detachments at the corps and divisional levels. All Images and Text Copyright 2003-2023 International Military Antiques Inc. All Rights Reserved. Of these 600 pigeons, Cher Ami was the most famous for returning the iconic message of the commander of the Lost Battalion, Major Charles Whittlesey, back to divisional headquarters pleading with the artillery to shift fire. In the United States flights of up to 1,800 kilometres (1,100 mi) have been recorded. Competing pigeons are specially trained and conditioned for races that vary in distance from approximately 100 kilometres (62 mi) to 1,000 kilometres (620 mi). Additional domestic VAT (varies slightly from country to country) will be added to the prices when the products are imported. Lo by Joseph Balkoski: Used, Lot Early Barclay Manoil WWII Toy Lead Soldiers Special Task Pigeon Coms B, Palmetto Pigeon Plant Sumter South Carolina Soldier Mail WW2 Ft Johnson Postcard, Army Pigeon Service Royal Corps of Signals World War Two - 1940 Cutting, WWII Mobile Carrier Pigeon Loft Ravilious vintage print in 11 x 14 inch mount, b2009 WW 2 era Racing Pigeons A Good Sport patch R9A, Horned Pigeon HC Book George Millar WWII Classic Time Life 1988 Gold Gilt, - Horned Pigeon HC Book George Millar WWII Classic Time Life 1988 Gold Gilt, MILLAR Horned Pigeon (Time Life Classics of World War II), The Clay Pigeons of St. Not only were the pigeons reliable but they were fast, ensuring that they escaped enemy fire and passed messages on quickly due to their homing ability. Price: $45.00 (ref. The clock is attached to the antennas. Pigeons For Sale | Pigeon Farms A pigeon can be used for show purposes or even as a household pet. The serial number is recorded, the clock is set and sealed, and the bird carries the ring home. The form is made of a thin type of 'tracing' paper. 4d 17h Click & Collect. These are probably rarer than the American PG-67. Be the first to know of our latest discoveries and exclusive offers. When struck, the clock recorded the time and also placed the band in a compartment that could only be opened by race officials. The sport achieved a great deal of popularity in Belgium in the mid-19th century. It is thought that racing pigeons rely on theEarths magnetic fieldto find their way home. View Details. 15.5 gm 9ct Gold & Enamel Pigeon Racing Fob Medal. Pigeon racing is the sport of releasing specially trained racing pigeons, which then return to their homes over a carefully measured distance. The use of widowhood is usually begun by first allowing the racer to raise a baby in their nest box. The Sergipes Pigeon Racing Association and the government fromAracajuorganise this event. The drugs are used to produce similar effects to those found in human athletes, building up muscle tissue and opening the respiratory tracts. The traditional method of timing racing pigeons involvesrubberrings with uniqueidentification numbersand a specially designed pigeon racing clock. As confident flyers, the young pigeons are taken on progressively longer training tosses, driven a distance away from their home and released. Some stay ignorant and find every excuse to be the mean one out of the bunch. I will have several dozen young birds early Spring for sale. the inner sleeve pulls out of the outter with a friction fit. He saved a thousand men. The box is designed to carry two pigeons. Provided it survives the many hazards associated with racing, a single pigeon could compete from about six months of age and still be in competition at over ten years of age. The upper half has black cotton band with a snap closure. Original Item: Only One Available. ", For questions or accessibility help - please call (908) 903-1200. YOUNG WHITE HOMING PIGEONS FOR SALE $10 OVER 10 CHEAPER. The sport in India has come a long way under A.B.Baldrey Pioneer in Indian pigeon racing, widely known as the father of Pigeon Racing in India. This is the scientific idea behind Turbo Flight Oil and the Turbo Flight Capsules. G.I. Joe flew this 20-mile distance in an impressive 20 minutes, just as the planes were preparing to take off for the target. Getting the Message through: a Branch History of the U.S. Army Signal Corps. (Waterford, WI: Lulu Press, 2017), 443-444. IMA considers all antique guns offered on our website as non-firing, inoperable and/or inert. This system uses the birds desire to reproduce as motivation to try to give the bird a sense of urgency on race day. At the home loft the electronic scanning records the pigeons arrival. 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