Barrage Balloon

Barrage balloons were tethered obstacles intended to force attacking aircraft away from low-altitude approaches or into more exposed flight paths. Their cables could damage aircraft and complicate accurate attacks on ships, ports, factories, and other defended sites. Balloons appeared in both world wars, with extensive development of ground handling, winches, weather procedures, and air-defense coordination. They were not free-flying bombers or observation balloons with an interchangeable role. Their value depended partly on shaping an enemy pilot’s choices, even when no aircraft struck a cable, and the defended area determined their arrangement. Britain maintained balloon defenses around London and other vulnerable targets during the Blitz.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1914, Global Empires, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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