"The Balloon Deck of Manica, July 4th 1915" image: a view of the balloon deck of HMS Manica with the kite balloon being inflated underneath a tarpaulin that is attached to the deck rails on the sides of the ship. One sailor looks over the side of the deck, whilst another appears to be tying ballast to the side of the balloon. A warship and sea in the background can be seen through a small gap in the tarpaulin.