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Eagle Archives, Feb. 18, 1955: Berkshire-bent balloons swept off course by wind

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Eagle Archives, Feb. 18, 1955: A test launch of 100 Crusade for Freedom balloons from Lockport, N.Y., meant for the Berkshires, was carried south by unexpected winds. The balloons, carrying leaflets, aim to test propaganda delivery for Europe.

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Eagle Archives, Feb. 18, 1955: Berkshire-bent balloons swept off course by wind

Eagle Archives, Feb. 18, 1955: A test launch of 100 Crusade for Freedom balloons from Lockport, N.Y., meant for the Berkshires, was carried south by unexpected winds. The balloons, carrying leaflets, aim to test propaganda delivery for Europe.

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