The Red Knight of Germany

The Red Knight of Germany is a historical novel written by Floyd Gibbons. The book tells the story of Manfred von Richthofen, a German fighter pilot who became famous during World War I for his skill and bravery in combat. Richthofen, who was known as the ""Red Baron"" because of the color of his plane, is portrayed as a complex and fascinating character, both a hero and a villain.The novel is set against the backdrop of the First World War, and Gibbons provides detailed descriptions of the battles and tactics used by the German and Allied forces. He also delves into the political and social climate of the time, exploring the tensions between Germany and the rest of Europe, as well as the cultural changes that were taking place in Germany at the time.Throughout the book, Gibbons paints a vivid picture of Richthofen's life, from his childhood in a wealthy German family to his training as a fighter pilot and his eventual rise to fame. The author also explores Richthofen's relationships with his fellow pilots and his family, as well as his love of hunting and his passion for flying.Overall, The Red Knight of Germany is a gripping and well-researched novel that provides a fascinating insight into the life of one of the most famous figures of World War I.1927. The story of Baron von Richthofen, Germany's great war bird. Manfred von Richthofen was known as the Red Knight or, more commonly, the Red Baron due to the color of his plane. As a German aviator in World War I, he was attributed with eighty kills, or enemy planes shot down, and ended up being killed in action in 1918.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.