How hot air balloons were used in the Civil War for both surveillance and reconnaissance. Untold is a free collection of short, compelling, history videos and animations designed to engage new ...

In an era dominated by cutting-edge technologies like satellites and drones, ‘military balloons’ have unexpectedly resurfaced as a focal point. The U.S. and other militaries have reintroduced hot-air ...

This video was filmed during the National Air and Space Museum's "Mr. Lincoln's Air Force" Family Day on Saturday, June 11, 2011. The event commemorated the 150th anniversary of Thaddeus Lowe's ...

Military preparations deepen as the nation girds at the first hints of a long, brutal conflict. Washington is abuzz with troop movements while the Confederate states also are organizing and calling up ...