Meanwhile German aviation also proved decisive.

The first attempt to secure German aviation was made on 22 July, with a request for 10 transport aircraft.

Baldamus was in German aviation from the start of the First World War.

The task of German aviation was to provide close air support in the form of the dive-bomber and medium bomber.

These two incidents were a major blow to German naval aviation.

As was customary in German aviation, his diligence was rewarded with a transfer to flying fighter aircraft.

Boelcke was detailed to share his expertise with the head of German military aviation.

Nevertheless, he did not remain in German military aviation, which had been greatly restricted by the Treaty of Versailles.

Heavily illustrated, this work will please all those interested in the early years of German aviation.

It also delves into the secret years of German aviation and has extensive in-depth history and much statistical information.