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In the late 19th century, military ballooning began to evolve, as advances in technology allowed for the development of more sophisticated balloons and equipment. Balloons were equipped with cameras, telegraphs, and other instruments that allowed for more detailed and accurate reconnaissance and observation.
During World War I, military ballooning reached its peak of development, as balloons were used extensively for reconnaissance and observation by both the
After World War I, the use of military balloons declined, as aircraft and other technological innovations made them less relevant. However, balloons were still used for some specialized purposes, such as for meteorological observations and for training pilots. During the Cold War, the United States sent hundreds of high-altitude balloons over [[Eastern Bloc]] countries to gather intelligence on their nuclear capabilities, before replacing them with its newer [[Reconnaissance aircraft|spy planes]].
Today, military ballooning is not widely used, as other technologies such as drones and satellite have taken over its main roles.
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