historybeneath on Instagram: "In 1986, Cleveland, Ohio, hosted one of the most unusual events in U.S. history. The local United Way charity organized a massive balloon release called Balloonfest ‘86 to set a world record and raise money. On September 27th, about 1.4 to 1.5 million helium balloons were released from Public Square, right in the heart of the city near the Terminal Tower. What was supposed to be a cheerful, record-breaking celebration quickly turned problematic. Unexpected winds and