Oswald Boelcke

Discover the legendary story of Oswald Boelcke, Germany's first ace of World War One, in this meticulously crafted biography by R. Head. A hardback edition featuring 192 expertly illustrated pages, measuring 170 x 246 mm, this book delves into Boelcke's extraordinary achievements, including his impressive tally of forty aerial victories. Explore the profound impact of his character and inspirational leadership, which shaped a generation of fighter pilots and transformed air warfare. This definitive account highlights Boelcke's organizational genius and his revolutionary development of air-to-air tactics, cementing his status as a pivotal figure in military aviation history. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts, historians, and anyone fascinated by the evolution of aerial combat during World War One, this biography not only sheds light on Boelcke's legacy but also sets the standard for understanding fighter pilot excellence in the 20th century and beyond. Add this essential volume to your collection and gain insight into the dynamics of aerial warfare, the ethos of the fighter pilot, and the legacy of military aviation he left behind.

Author: R Head Publisher: Grub Street
Bind: hardback
Dimensions: 170 x 246 mm
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 20-07-2016

Oswald Boelcke was Germany’s first ace in World War One with a total of forty victories. His character, inspirational leadership, organisational genius, development of air-to-air tactics and impact on aerial doctrine are all reasons why Boelcke remains an important figure in the history of air warfare. In this definitive biography RG Head explores why Oswald Boelcke deserves consideration as the most important fighter pilot of the 20th century and beyond; but also for setting the standard in military aviation flying. This book will appeal to enthusiasts of the German air force, military aviation in general and World War One in particular.