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Hauling Down an Observation Balloon [Stereographs] (Item)

Stereograph, "Hauling Down an Observation Balloon," Set Number 21, Image Number 18758, Keystone View Company, circa 1914-1921. Image of a balloon aloft with many soldiers below holding its tethers. Caption on reverse describes the use of observation balloons in the war effort.

Preparing to reconnoiter the enemy's position (Item)

Stereograph, "Preparing to Reconnoitor the Enemy's Position – Officers Entering the Cradle of a Captive Balloon," Keystone View Company, circa 1914-1918. Image features a group of soldiers gathered underneath a tethered observation balloon. Caption on verso describes the military uses of balloons and other aircraft during the war. Typed caption: "18077 – Preparing to Reconnoiter the Enemy's…