Monument to the War Pigeon

The Monument to the War Pigeon features a central bronze statue representing a figure holding a pigeon and a palm, mounted on a stone pedestal.

Inaugurated in 1931, this memorial honors the carrier pigeons and their handlers who maintained critical communication lines during the First World War military operations.

The monument includes bilingual inscriptions in French and Dutch, reflecting the linguistic heritage of Brussels while commemorating Belgian pigeon breeders who died for their country.

Located at the intersection of Quai aux Barques and Rue Locquenghien, the memorial stands near the Sainte Catherine metro station, accessible throughout the year.

The memorial bears military helmets supported by pigeons on its pillars, with the dates 1914 and 1918 marking the period of the First World War.

Location: City of Brussels

Inception: 1931

Architects: Georges Hano

Creator: Victor Voets

Made from material: bronze

GPS coordinates: 50.85390,4.34640

Latest update: October 14, 2025 19:08