Who Was the Red Baron? | Manfred von Richthofen WW1 Flying Ace

Описание: Manfred von Richthofen, better known as the Red Baron, was the most famous German flying ace of World War I, officially credited with 80 air combat victories before his death in April 1918. This video gives a concise biography of his life, from his early days in the Prussian cavalry to his rise as the feared leader of Jasta 11 on the Western Front.
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Discover how Richthofen met legendary pilot Oswald Boelcke, learned the Dicta Boelcke tactics, and became a master of aerial combat during “Bloody April” 1917. Learn about his iconic red Fokker triplane, the “Flying Circus,” his head injury in 1917, and the mission on 21 April 1918 when the Red Baron was shot down behind enemy lines but still received a full military funeral from his foes.
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This short World War I documentary is perfect for history lovers, students, and aviation enthusiasts who want to understand how one pilot changed the course of air warfare.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro – Who was the Red Baron?
0:26 Early life and Prussian cavalry career
0:56 Transfer to the air service and first flights
1:32 Joining Oswald Boelcke and Jasta 2
2:10 Birth of the Red Baron legend and “Bloody April” 1917
2:50 Wounds, the Flying Circus, and the red triplane
3:20 Final flight and death in 1918
4:00 Legacy as WW1’s top ace

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