ELITE No 135 GERMAN AIR FORCES 1914-1918

This book offers a concise study of the unit organisation and uniforms of the legendary first generation of German pilots 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 organisation, missions and development of the different types of units during the war years, with tables of squadrons, aces' scores and "Blue Max" winners detailed. Contains a wealth of images and illustrations of the major aviation characters of the era, depicting the various aces including Immelmann, Richthofen and Udet. Detailed information and depiction of the uniforms worn is provided. Contents: Experiments, 1914-1915 - the air services at outbreak of war * Early doctrine and operations * Specialisation 1915-1918 * Formation of range of units with precise missions - reconnaissance, close support, fighter, strategic bombing and observation balloons * Anti-aircraft defences * The Navy * Training * Colour plates by Graham Sumner *