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1955 Press Photo Navy "Skyhook" Balloon for Icebreakers

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Description
Photo measures 7 x 9.25 inches.

Photo is dated 08/18/1955.

This balloon-raised antenna system has been designed for the Navy's new icebreakers. Called the "skyhook," it will have 1200 feet of wire raised vertically by s

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