German Fighter Aces of World War One (Revealing History) [Paperback]

Terry C. Treadwell (Author), Alan C. Wood (Author)

Book Description

Series: Revealing History | Publication Date: September 1, 2003

World War One introduced many innovative and novel ways of killing the enemy. It was the first truly modern war fought with modern equipment, and for the first time the new-fangled aircraft were to play their part. The war created a new breed of men—brave, resourceful, and skilled at piloting the new fighter aircraft. Many became household names and their exploits became legendary. At a time when, for some, their flying time could be counted in hours before they were shot down, the war inspired a group of elite pilots—the Aces. Those that fought on the German side included Freiherr Manfred von Richthofen (commonly known as the Red Baron), Ernst Udet, and Hermann Goering.

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World War One introduced many innovative and novel ways of killing the enemy. It was the first truly modern war fought with modern equipment and for the first time the new–fangled aircraft were to play their part.

The war created a new breed of men: brave, resourceful and skilled at piloting the new fighter aircraft. Many became household names and their exploits became legendary. At a time when, for some, their flying time could be counted in hours before they were shot down, the war inspired a group of elite pilots—the Aces.

Those that fought on the German side included Freiherr Manfred von Richthofen (commonly known as the Red Baron), Ernst Udet and Hermann Goering (later to play a prominent part in the Second World War).

Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: Tempus (September 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 075242808X
• ISBN-13: 978-0752428086
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 6.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,600,357 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)