Observation Group
Battle of Vimy Ridge
Observation Group
Transcript
Observation balloon flying over soldiers on the ground
Man traveling in the air by observation balloon
The Allies used observation balloons and reconnaissance planes to gather important information on the German positions.Man talking on communication equipment
Aerial observation. #Vimy100.Observation balloon being let go in the air
Canada 150 logo. A message from the Government of Canada.Description
The Allies used observation balloons and reconnaissance planes to gather important information on the German positions.
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- Medium:
- Video
- Owner:
- Veterans Affairs Canada
- Recorded:
- March 27, 2017
- Duration:
- 0:21
- War, Conflict or Mission:
- First World War
- Location/Theatre:
- France
- Battle/Campaign:
- Battle of Vimy Ridge
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