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During World War I, hot air balloons were primarily used by military forces for reconnaissance and artillery spotting. The French Army was one of the most prominent users, employing balloons to gather intelligence on enemy positions. The British Royal Flying Corps also utilized hot air balloons for similar purposes, although they gradually transitioned to more advanced aircraft for aerial observation as the war progressed. Overall, these balloons played a critical role in enhancing battlefield awareness.
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What were balloons used for from the civil war to World War 2?
I think balloons were used to find the location of the enemies.
How were hot air balloons used during World War 1?
Hot air balloons were used to spy on the enemy. They were also used to communicate, send supplies, and drop bombs.
In what war were hot air balloons first used?
The Civil war
Why were dirigibles used in World War 2 London?
Dirigibles were not used in Ww2 London. Barrage balloons however were. See Related Links below.
What were the airship style balloons called in world war 2?
Blimps
What were balloons used for from the civil war to World War 2?
I think balloons were used to find the location of the enemies.
How were hot air balloons used during World War 1?
Hot air balloons were used to spy on the enemy. They were also used to communicate, send supplies, and drop bombs.
What were Zeppelins during World War 1?
gas filled oval shaped balloons used to bomb places
In what war were hot air balloons first used?
The Civil war
Describe how Balloons were once used in wars?
In the American Civil War balloons were used for artillery observation, with the balloon tethered to the ground and the observer communicating by telegraph. In World War 1 the German artillery used them in this way also, with deadly effect against the Allies, but this time the balloons could be shot down by airplanes. For this reason the balloon observers were given parachutes. In World War 2 balloons were primarily used to defend against low flying aircraft. They were called barrage balloons, and they were strung together with wires to cut off the wings of enemy aircraft. The Western Allies used them to defend London and Normandy. Balloons were also used as aerial targets for gunnery training, and to train paratroopers in the basics of jumping.
World War 1 aerial bombing?
in ww1 bombing was popular.they used hot air balloons as it was cheaper to bomb.
What machine was initially used for reconnaissance missions during World War 1?
Lighter than air Balloons and the airplane.
From where are aerial photographys taken?
The air. A craft that can be in the air is usually used (couldn't use a ship eh?) such as an aeroplane or helicopter. During the first world war airships and reconnaissance balloons were used. Weather balloons and satellites can be used nowadays.
When were the barrage balloons first put up in Belfast during the war?
Barrage balloons were used for visability.
Why were dirigibles used in World War 2 London?
Dirigibles were not used in Ww2 London. Barrage balloons however were. See Related Links below.
What were the airship style balloons called in world war 2?
Blimps
Why were hot air balloons used in the civil war?
To spy on the enemy
