Chapter 1
The History of the Racing Homer
The racing homer, one of man's oldest friends in the domesticated fowl kingdom, is a descendent of the Wild Rock Pigeon, which once abounded on the contients of Europe and Asia. Early history of the development is fragmentary at the most, but it is an established fact that the use of pigeons for carrying messages was prevalent as long as 3,000 years ago.
An Egyptian basrelief, traced to about 1350 B.C., showing a flock of pigeons being released from their cages, is one of the earliest recorded pieces of information we have of the history of the bird and the sport. Biblical references are made to pigeons and the use of doves as far back as Noah's time during the Great Flood, is recorded.
The Messenger pigeon, as they were first known among the ancients, also struck the fancy of the Persian race and a regular pigeon post was maintained at Baghdad for more than one hundred years.
From Persia, the pigeons whose homing instincts gradually developed, spread throughout the world. News of the historic Olympics during the Golden Age of Greece were rushed to surrounding cities by a well developed system off pigeon communication. Brutus, the famous Roman officer, also recognized the great possibilities of pigeons as a means of carrying military messages and made use of them in the service. Swallows were also enlisted in an experiment as message carriers by the Ancient Romans but those frail birds were soon superseded by the more reliable and stronger pigeons, which were more easily domesticated and more adaptable to this service as subsequent events of world history will reveal.
Pam please tell Donnie these Hansennes do indeed have a lot of class. Large wings like I've never seen like maybe on a duck or owl. They have a lovely prance, and their Roman noses takes the cake. Love it! Keep up the good breeding Donnie.
Dear Don,
Just sending a gift for my appreciation for getting such nice Sion birds from you. When I get some youngsters from them, I will send you some photos. I am still planning on purchase another hen and cock. Have a good breeding season with your birds.
Received birds this morning here in Missouri. They are safe and both beautiful.
Beautiful female pigeon. Lovely mix of colors, fether quality and great posture. I figured her picture wasn't the best pose. The male is impressive and very masculine looking and I'm happy to say they are calm and get along very well together. Thanks again they are gorgeous....
The birds arrived today got them all tucked in the loft. You saved the best for last I think there nice birds ,,only sorry I didn't buy a couple of the other hens. Thanks alot
Hello. I received the birds today they look great. Thank you very much.
The Hen is here! Awesome bird & I can feel the power just holding her. She is very calm pigeon & that is always a plus. Thanks so much!
Hi this is Nate from Wisconsin. I just wanted to let you know the Andalusian cockbird made it here in good shape today. Thanks again!
Hi Don, birds are adapting well. I like their presentaion & calmness. Looks like they will fit in with my birds. I see what you mean about the BB. We'll see how he produces. Might b a genetic thing & go away when crossed with and unrelated hen.
Regards
Jim
Halo! Just picked up bird from post office. Thank you very much!
Thank you very much for your attention. the pigeons are beautiful and eat well. Im recommending your pigeons to my friends. I hope to buy more pigeons from you in the future. Thank you.
Arrived early and in perfect condition. I have 8 favorites.
