"During World War One, the 27th Balloon Co. operated Caquot Balloons for various military activities. In this photograph, a passenger is seen jumping from the basket of the balloon at Polo Field in Washington, A symbol marking the significance of balloon operations is visible in the image."

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Photo credit: © piemags/NSC / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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