Lt. Col. Hersey, Col. Fuller, and Congressman Royal C. Johnson of South Dakota prepare for an ascension in an Army Caquot Balloon at the Polo Field in Washington, The image captures a moment during balloon operations, highlighting the participation of these military personnel and a congressman.

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