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Knights Without Parachutes
A Blog of Great War Stories
Burying the Red Knight of the Air with Chivalry
2018-04-28 00:32
"The wreaths were heaped in mountains, and between them lay small bouquets and single flowers; for even those who could only spend a few pennies took it upon themselves to show their thankfulness and ...
Who Shot the Red Baron?
2018-04-21 00:20
So if Richthofen had been injured that badly in the air, the tri-plane would have been crashing out of control. The evidence instead suggests a forced landing, but a landing.
Fun on the Front Lines, and Ernst Udet in the Middle of It
2018-03-24 23:52
He'd had enough respect for his captors who treated him well, to be bound by his word of honor. But a mere guard couldn't keep him prisoner.
Better to Follow the Red Baron than Lead Another Squadron
2018-03-10 18:56
"Richthofen. The rain is seeping down from his cap, running into his face. 'Hello, Udet,' says the captain, and he tips his cap."
Leadership Lessons from the Red Baron
2018-03-04 18:48
Richthofen "did not rebuke them; rather, he said not a word about it." According to the pilots, that was worse than the most severe reprimand.
Last Words of the Red Baron
2018-02-24 16:52
"I think of this war as it really is, not as the people at home imagine, with a Hoorah! and a roar. It is very serious, very grim..."
