How Long to Read War Pigeons

How Long Does it Take to Read War Pigeons?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 33 minutes to read War Pigeons by Elizabeth G. Macalaster

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

For more than seven decades, homing pigeons provided the U.S. military with its fastest most reliable means of communication. Originally bred for racing in the early 1800s, homing pigeons were later trained by pigeoneers to fly up to 60 mph for hundreds of miles, and served the United States for almost 75 years, through four wars on four continents. Barely weighing a pound, these extraordinary birds carried messages in and out of gas, smoke, exploding bombs and gunfire. They flew through jungles, deserts and mountains, not faltering even when faced with large expanses of ocean to cross....

How long is War Pigeons?

War Pigeons by Elizabeth G. Macalaster is 212 pages long, and a total of 53,424 words.

This makes it 72% the length of the average book. It also has 65% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read War Pigeons Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 51 minutes to read War Pigeons aloud.

What Reading Level is War Pigeons?

War Pigeons is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

Where Can I Buy War Pigeons?

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