Einschießen von 21-Zentimeter-Mörsern mit Ballonbeobachtung an der Westfront (1918)
Uploaded on: 15.05.2013 | Duration: 07:16 min
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Reichsfilmstelle (Berlin)
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Bundesarchiv
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Spiel- und Dokumentarfilme
Preparations for the ascent of the captive balloon; observation officer fastens the parachute belt and climbs into the basket; orientation at the map board; checking the field telephone connection; ascent of the balloon; observation of the enemy terrain; transmission of the observation to the mortar battery; mortar in camouflaged positions is prepared for operation, loading and firing; transmission of a message to the observer by flashing light signals; soldiers observe the air space; attack of enemy aeroplanes and defence with antiaircraft guns; retrieval of the balloon.
