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OPERATION HIBAL @ --AIR FORCE HIGH ALTITUDE BALLOON SAMPLING Part 1

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DEPICTS USE OF HIGH ALTITUDE BALLOONS TO SAMPLE AND STUDY AIR FOR MEASURING RADIOACTIVE DUST. SHOWS A TYPICAL SAMPLING MISSION INCLUDING PLANNING, LAUNCHING, TRACKING AND BALLOON RECOVERY.

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Records of U.S. Air Force Commands, Activities, and Organizations

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Special Projects Films Relating to Military Activities

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1947–1970
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3:26

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