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Baron Manfred von Richthofen, German air ace, WW1
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Baron Manfred von Richthofen, German air ace, WW1
Baron Manfred Albrecht Freiherr von Richthofen (1892-1918), also known as the Red Baron, legendary German fighter pilot during the First World War. Seen here just after landing from a combat flight in an early Fokker plane (possibly a Dr.I), which can be seen in the background. Date: circa 1917-1918
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Baron Manfred von Richthofen, the legendary Red Baron of German military aviation, is seen here in a poignant moment after landing from a combat mission during World War I. Dressed in his distinctive red triplane, the young German ace, born Manfred Albrecht Freiherr von Richthofen on May 2, 1892, stands confidently before his Fokker aircraft, its engine still warm from the intense aerial battle. The Dr.I triplane, a symbol of German air superiority, is visible in the background, its distinctive red fuselage and cross emblem standing out against the blue sky. As the leading German fighter pilot of the war, Richthofen, with his 80 confirmed victories, became a symbol of German military might and a figure of fear for the Allied forces. His daring tactics and skillful maneuvers in the skies above the Western Front earned him the nickname 'The Red Baron.' His red triplane, painted with a large white cross on the sides, was easily recognizable and became a target for Allied pilots. This photograph, taken circa 1917-1918, captures a rare moment of respite for the fearless aviator, a brief pause in the relentless pursuit of air supremacy during the Great War. The image stands as a testament to the courage and determination of Richthofen and the other brave pilots who fought in the skies during World War I.
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