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Montgolfiers

In 1782, brothers Montgolfier have invented a paper balloon capable of rising into the sky when filled with warm air. Pilate de Rosier has performed the first flight on a fabric balloon in 1783. A balloon creates a carrying power thanks to warm air in it being lighter than the surrounding atmosphere. Such balloons are called Montgolfiers after their inventors. According to a manuscript found in Riazan (Russia), a cleric Kriakutnoy has performed a flight on a balloon filled with warm air before brothers Montgolfier, in 1731. However, his flight was unsuccessful. Napoleon has used balloons for reconnaissance - to observe enemy positions. Also balloons were used in various festivities and parades. Giving a demonstration of scientific achievements, they helped raising people's morale.

Montgolfiers fly. They open the whole mini-map.

Montgolfier is launched after transition to XVIII century and special upgrade in Academy is carried out. When playing for Ukraine Montgolfier will show up as soon as you are in XVIII century.