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Especially for Beginners
Explore Col. John H. Hempel’s timeless instructional series for newcomers to the gamefowl tradition.
These practical articles preserve valuable knowledge on care, conditioning, breeding, selection, and responsible management.
Additional articles will be added as more historic issues are digitized.
Articles In This Collection
Especially for Beginners
Reprinted in the May 2006 issue of Grit & Steel
Originally Published: May 1969
Author: Col. John H. Hempel
One of Col. John H. Hempel’s classic instructional articles introducing foundational concepts for newcomers while preserving practical knowledge passed down through generations of experienced breeders.
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