Manfred von Richthofen, famously known as the Red Baron, was the most successful flying ace of World War I, credited with an unrivaled 80 confirmed aerial combat victories. Distinctive for his brightly colored aircraft, the Red Baron’s iconic red Fokker Dr.1 triplane remains lodged in the annals of history, as well as … Read more
He was Manfred von Richthofen. During World War I, he was known as the Red Baron because he piloted a red plane. British called him Red Baron. In France, he was called “Le Petit Rouge,” and in Germany, “Der Rote Kampfflieger” (which means “the Red Battle Flyer”). Manfred Albrecht “Freiherr” von Richthofen … Read more
As we all learn in our history class, World War 1 & 2 are among the most significant events that occurred during the 20th century. The effects of the two World Wars are devastating, which led to the death of millions worldwide, as well as canceling some of the world’s major events, … Read more
The skies over Europe proved to be a ruthless testing ground for human-crewed aircraft during World War I. However, even if they had primitive flying machines back then, it enabled them to achieve some of the most extraordinary and straight-up suicidal acts of heroism. That goes to say that being a pilot … Read more
