French Aerostatic Corps

The French Aerostatic Corps or Company of Aeronauts (French: compagnie d'aérostiers) was the world's first air force, founded in 1794 to use balloons, primarily for reconnaissance.

French Aerostatic Corps

The French Aerostatic Corps or Company of Aeronauts (French: compagnie d'aérostiers) was the world's first air force, founded in 1794 to use balloons, primarily for reconnaissance.