
The highest-scoring fighter pilot of World War I tells of his life and combat career in an autobiography that “brings the man behind the myth to life” (The Great War Magazine).
Manfred von Richthofen—the Red Baron—was the most celebrated fighter pilot of the First World War, and was holder of the Blue Max, Pour le Mérite, Germany’s highest military decoration. He was credited with 80 victories in the air, before being shot down in disputed circumstances at age 26. In this autobiography, Richthofen tells not only his own story but also that of his contemporaries, their duels in the sky, ever present danger, fame, honor and spiraling death.
ASIN : B00KYVDVYM
Publisher : Pen & Sword Military; Illustrated edition (January 15, 2009)
Publication date : January 15, 2009
Language : English
File size : 10459 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 217 pages
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Customers find the book an interesting read with a well-rounded review of pre-war views and expectations. They enjoy reading the story of a great historical figure, the Red Baron, through his own words. Readers describe him as a great fighter pilot who downed 80 enemy aircraft. The photos are great and everything seems pretty. The used copy is in great condition and comes across as genuine.
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