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During World War II, balloon barrages were used primarily as a defensive measure against enemy aircraft. These large balloons were tethered to the ground by cables, which could potentially damage or destroy attacking planes if they flew into the cables. The aim was to create a physical barrier in the sky, making it more difficult for enemy bombers to approach their targets and thus enhancing air defense capabilities. Balloon barrages were employed in various theaters of the war, particularly in Britain and the Pacific.
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Are balloons used to protect anything?
Yes. In WW2 barrage balloons were used to protect cities from aircraft bombardment.
Why were dirigibles used in World War 2 London?
Dirigibles were not used in Ww2 London. Barrage balloons however were. See Related Links below.
When where doodlebugs used?
WW2
What is the Creeping Barrage?
A creeping barrage is an artillary barrage that slowly "creeps" up the field of battle towards the enemy lines. The primary usage of the creeping barrage is to create cover for the soon-to-be advancing soldiers rather then kill enemy troops.
When was the first nuclear weapon used?
1945 ending ww2
What was the barrage kite used for?
The barrage balloon was used in WW2 in an attempt - not very successful - to protect parts of Britain from enemy bombers.
What is the size of a barrage balloon?
A barrage balloon typically has a diameter of around 55 feet and a length of about 72 feet.
What is a barrage balloon?
A barrage balloon is a large helium-filled balloon that is tethered to the ground with steel cables. It is used as a defensive measure to deter low-flying aircraft from attacking ground targets. The cables are intended to damage or destroy the aircraft if they come into contact with them.
Are balloons used to protect anything?
Yes. In WW2 barrage balloons were used to protect cities from aircraft bombardment.
What colour is a barrage balloon?
it is blue with green spots
What is the maximum altitude of a barrage balloon?
The maximum altitude of a barrage balloon is typically around 15,000 feet (4,500 meters). This height allows the balloon to effectively discourage low-flying aircraft from targeting ground units.
What U.S. companies built barrage balloons in World War 2?
the barrage balloon company.went bust in 1946
Why were dirigibles used in World War 2 London?
Dirigibles were not used in Ww2 London. Barrage balloons however were. See Related Links below.
Who built the first barrage balloon?
The first barrage balloon was built by British engineer Sir Barnes Wallis in 1912. It was designed to defend against aircraft attacks during World War I by creating obstacles in the sky for enemy planes.
What is something they had in World War 2 and is two words starting with B and B?
Buzz bomb or barrage balloon.
Why was the barrage balloon so big?
its cables kept attack planes from flying in low to make accurate attacks.
What term was used for an artillery barrage during World War 1?
An " artillery barrage" was the term
