1110th Balloon Activity Unit

The 1110th Balloon Activity Unit was established during World War II as part of the U.S. Army Air Forces’ efforts to enhance battlefield reconnaissance and air defense. Tasked with operating barrage and observation balloons, the unit played a crucial role in shielding Allied positions from low-flying enemy aircraft and gathering intelligence on enemy movements. Stationed primarily along the European front, the 1110th contributed significantly to the protection of supply depots and troop concentrations during key campaigns. Following the war’s end, advances in radar and aircraft technology led to the unit’s deactivation, marking the close of its specialized mission in military history.