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#19 An observer is disentangled from a tree after parachuting from his balloon, 1918.

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An observer is disentangled from a tree after parachuting from his balloon, 1918.

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

#19 An observer is disentangled from a tree after parachuting from his balloon, 1918.

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