"Of course, with the increasing number of aeroplanes one gains increased opportunities for shooting down one's enemies, but at the same time, the possibility of being shot down one's self increases."

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Source : Manfred von Richthofen (2009). “The Red Baron”, p.118, BoD – Books on Demand

Manfred von Richthofen

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