I Flew For The Führer: The Story Of A German Fighter Pilot [Illustrated Edition]

by Heinz Knoke

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I Flew For The Führer: The Story Of A German Fighter Pilot [Illustrated Edition] Book Details

War:

World War II

Perspective:

Pilots

Military Unit:

Luftwaffe

True Story:

Yes

Biography:

Yes

Region:

Europe

Page Count:

535

Published Date:

2015

ISBN13:

9781786256478

I Flew For The Führer: The Story Of A German Fighter Pilot [Illustrated Edition] Book Description

Includes the Aerial Warfare In Europe During World War II illustrations pack with over 180 maps, plans, and photos. Heinz Knoke was one of Nazi Germany’s outstanding pilots, and this dramatic record of his experiences, illustrated with personal photos, has become a classic among aviation memoirs. He joined the Luftwaffe at the outbreak of the war, rose to the rank of commanding officer, and received the Knight’s Cross. Knoke’s account crackles with vivid accounts of air battles; and captures his utter desolation at Germany’s defeat.—Print Ed.