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Document entitled "Manoeuvering Regulations for Type R Balloon," circa 1918. Typescript instructions with handwritten diagram at bottom detailing roles of rigger and telephone squad men. One typed page.

Newspaper clipping, "Marc A. Lagen funeral today," from unidentified publication (likely in Seattle, Washington), circa 1948. Obituary and funeral announcement for Lagen.

Program, "Mayor's Committee of Welcome to Home-Coming Troops: Review and Parade of the 27th Division," March 25, 1919. Includes photo portraits of various New York officials and the committee members, the order of march, roster of 27th Division…

Military form entitled "Physical examination for appointment, promotion, or retirement," filled out by Marc Lagen, April 3, 1918. Details physical health information from an exam required for Lagen's promotion to Captain. Two typed pages.

Questionnaire form entitled "Questions to be Answered by All Commissioned Personnel of the Balloon Section in France," filled out by Marc Lagen, circa late 1917. One typed page.

Large chart titled "September - Daily Record of Drachen Allemands" (German Balloons), circa 1918. Chart records sightings of balloons during September 1 to 15, in a number of French communes including Boinville, Harville, Billy-sous-les-Côtes, Beney,…