Red Baron

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Tells the story of Manfred von Richthofen - from 11-year-old cadet to aerial combatant and charismatic leader. This biography looks at the times in which he lived: the equipment, his enemies and comrades, the battles, the political climate that led to his eventual disenchantment and evidence about the controversial circumstances of his death.|\"Red Baron: The Life and Death of an Ace\" tells the story of Manfred von Richthofen - from awkward 11-year-old cadet to fearless aerial combatant and charismatic leader.\"Red Baron\" is not just a biography of an extraordinary hero, it also takes a wider look at the times in which he lived: the equipment, his enemies and comrades, the battles, the political climate that led to his eventual disenchantment and new evidence about the controversial circumstances of his death.Containing previously unpublished photographs and accounts from Richthofen himself, his 'circus' and his adversaries, this book is the most up-to-date reference on the life and times of the legend.

ISBN: 9780715328217
Author: KILDUFF, PETER
Format: Paperback
Publication date: 28/11/2008
RRP: $24.99
Pages: 288
Dimension: 198mm X 129mm
Imprint: David and Charles