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What (who) is barrage balloon - definition
![Battle of Normandy]]. Note the barrage balloons, raised by the [[320th Barrage Balloon Battalion]].](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/NormandySupply edit.jpg?width=200 "Battle of Normandy]]. Note the barrage balloons, raised by the [[320th Barrage Balloon Battalion]].")
Wikipedia
A barrage balloon is a large uncrewed tethered balloon used to defend ground targets against aircraft attack, by raising aloft steel cables which pose to hostile aircraft a severe risk of collision, making the attacker's approach difficult and hazardous. Early barrage balloons were often spherical. The kite balloon, having a shape and cable bridling which stabilises the balloon and reduces drag, could be operated at higher wind speeds than could a spherical balloon. Some examples carried small explosive charges that would be pulled up against the aircraft to ensure its destruction. Barrage balloons are not practical against high-altitude aircraft. The long cable required for a high-altitude balloon would be too heavy.
