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Why did a World War 1 meteorologist take to the skies to study the weather?

Meteorologist Lt Douglas carried out meteorology in a WW1 biplane.

25 May 2016

2 minutes

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Storm Troupers: The Fight to Forecast the Weather—Episode 2

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Duration: 01:30

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Duration: 01:30
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