History of military ballooning
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history-of-military-ballooning-229-513213
title:
History of military ballooning
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Balloons and kites were the first inventions used in aerial warfare and their primary role was reconnaissance. Balloons provided a reliable and stable means of elevating an observer high over the battlefield to obtain a birds-eye view of troop positions and movements. An early instrument of aerial intelligence collection, they were also useful for creating accurate battlefield maps, an important ingredient for battlefield success. Incendiary balloons also have a long history. The incendiary ball
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_military_ballooning
date created:
2006-03-18T19:59:51Z
date modified:
2024-09-15T16:04:50Z
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