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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.
Tally form for balloon observation notes, including ascensions, adjustments, registrations, hostile batteries seen in action, and hours in the air, circa 1918.
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, Thiaucourt, Xammes, Jaulny, Rembercourt, Prény, Marieulles, Goin, and Haumont.
Pocket diary belonging to Samuel E. White, circa 1918-1919. Contains handwritten notes in ink and faded pencil documenting White's military training and service, with daily detailed entries.
White's narrative begins with his enlistment in September 1917 at St. Louis, Missouri; to training in Missouri, Texas, and Nebraska and service at Kelly Field, Texas; and travel to and service in France as a…