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#1 A balloon apron is suspended to defend London from air attacks, 1915.

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A balloon apron is suspended to defend London from air attacks, 1915.

Military Observation Balloons of WWI: Before Satellites And Drones, these Hot Air Balloons Were Used For Surveillance

#1 A balloon apron is suspended to defend London from air attacks, 1915.

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