A remarkable story of integrity, skill and survival in a world torn apart by war. Adolf Galland, the most famous German fighter pilot of the Second World War, was respected by both his comrades and his former enemies. A highly decorated ace with over 100 aerial victories in the West, he was awarded the Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves, Swords and Diamonds, which was bestowed on only 27 men out of millions of soldiers. After the war, he formed friendships with the Allied pilots he had once fought against and was admired as much for his integrity as for his skills as a pilot and commander. In his final years, he worked closely with historian David Baker to write this authorised biography, which is illustrated with photos from his private archive. This book offers a rare insight into the air battles of the Second World War and the inner workings of the Luftwaffe, and now includes new appendices with the latest research on Galland's kills. It is therefore a helpful documentation of one of the most remarkable fighter pilots in history.
Group
Books (first-hand)
Author
Baker, David
Title
Adolf Galland
Details
English text, paperback, bw-photos. 368 pages.
State
new
Subtitle
The Authorised Biography
The Crowood Press Rambsbury SN8 2HR Marlborough, Wilts, Vereinigtes Königreich
