What is recorded here
This white commemorative plaque records: From 1922-1985 this building was the home and workshop of Cecil "Charlie" Brewer 1895-1985 bootmaker and pigeon breeder From his loft at these premises his pigeon Mary of Exeter carried top secret messages in World War 2, winning the Dickin Medal for animal gallantry Recorded plaque organisation: Exeter Civic Society.
Cecil "Charlie" Brewer was a bootmaker and pigeon breeder whose bird, Mary of Exeter, delivered critical wartime messages, earning the Dickin Medal for animal bravery during World War II.
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Photo: David Smith on Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0