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Map of Paris Balloon Posts, 1870-71
France · 1925 ·
A 1925 map detailing the routes and operations of the balloon posts used for communication during the Siege of Paris in 1870-71.
This map illustrates a unique historical event where balloons were vital for mail and communication during the Franco-Prussian War, specifically the Siege of Paris.
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Image: Francis J. Field · License: Public domain
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