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Parachute containers hung outside the balloon basket. Observers wore harnesses attached by lines to the containers. When observers bailed out, the lines pulled the parachute open.

Display Status

This object is on display in World War I: The Birth of Military Aviation at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.

World War I: The Birth of Military Aviation

Object Details

Country of Origin

United States of America

Type

EQUIPMENT-Parachutes

Manufacturer

Follmer, Clogg & Co.

Physical Description

Tan cone-shaped canvas bag attached to wooden ring at base and metal frame on top; rope handle at top.

Dimensions

3-D (When collapsed): 42.5 × 8.9cm (16 3/4 × 3 1/2 in.)

Materials

Natural Fabric
Wood
Natural Rope
Non-Magnetic White Metal Alloy
Unknown Coating
Varnish
Steel
Adhesive
Ink

Inventory Number

A19840121000

Credit Line

Donated by Valley Frocks Inc.

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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