Kite Balloon for Aerial Reconnaissance
Kite Balloons Were Used in Preparation for the Battle of Vimy Ridge
From Susan Munroe, About.com
Preparing for the Battle of Vimy Ridge, the Canadians used kite balloons for aerial reconnaissance to get information on enemy fortifications and movements.
Kite Balloons Were Used for Aerial Reconnaissance Before the Battle of Vimy Ridge
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