Professor Werner was given access to his letters and other papers,
and presents here a rounded and fascinating portrait of a great
airman and a remarkable soldier, who became known as the father of
the German Jagdflieger. Norman Franks is a respected historian and
author. Previous titles for Pen and Sword include InThe Footsteps
of the Red Baron (co-authored with Mike OConnor), The Fighting
Cocks, RAF Fighter Pilots Over Burma, Dogfight, The Fallen Few of
the Battle of Britain (with Nigel McCrery) and Dowdings Eagles.
Over the course of his career, Frank has published some of the most
compelling works on First World War fighter aviation, being one of
the worlds leading authorities on the subject.
He lives in Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex.
... another must-have classic...
*Cross & Cockade International*
Anyone interested in learning about Boelcke’s life and brief career
as Germany’s first 40-victory fighter ace will find a fine account
in Prof. Johannes Werner’s 1932 book
*Over the Front magazine*
... both fascinating and thrilling…
*Aircraft*
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