German Air Forces 1914-18

This book offers a concise study of the unit organization and uniforms of the legendary first generation of German pilots (such as Immelmann, Richthofen and Udet) as they fought above the trenches of the Western Front. The emphasis is on the men, not the aircraft. The author offers a concise account of the organization, missions and development of the different types of units during the war years, with tables of squadrons, aces' scores, and 'Blue Max' winners detailed. Detailed information and depiction of the uniforms worn is provided.