Military Kite Flying at Rheims

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Preparing the Kites. Showing in detail the extending of the planes by use of jointed frames. For transportation the kites are folded into a very small space. Sending Into the Air. Even before a kite's sections are entirely joined it begins to tug heavily upon the ropes. Suspending the Car. After several powerful kites have been sent into the air upon one line a car is attached, carrying in some cases several men. The Windlass. A close view of the large reel which carries the kite-line. Two strong men are required to handle this. In the Air. We now follow the kites and cars about and among the clouds for a little time. The Descent. Which is accomplished easily and impressed us with the utility of these large toys in the hand of grown men.