Brown, AR Capt RFC, pilot of No209 Squadron - claimed t

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Brown, AR Capt RFC, pilot of No209 Squadron - claimed to have shot down Baron von Richthofen

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Baron Capt Claimed Pilot Richthofen Shot Squadron

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the determined gaze of Captain Arthur Brown, RFC, pilot of No.209 Squadron, as he prepares for his next sortie during the First World War. The image, taken in Brown's native town of Ammanford, Wales, before his departure for the front lines, exudes a sense of resolve and courage. Brown would become famous for his role in the downing of the infamous German fighter pilot, Baron Manfred von Richthofen, also known as the "Red Baron," on April 21, 1918. Flying his S.E.5a, Brown engaged in a fierce dogfight with the German ace over Vaux-sur-Aisne in France. After several harrowing minutes in the sky, Brown managed to land a fatal blow, marking the end of Richthofen's illustrious career as a fighter pilot. The photograph showcases Brown's aircraft, a Sopwith Camel, in the background, a testament to the advanced technology and engineering that defined the era of aviation during the Great War. The image is a poignant reminder of the brave men and women who took to the skies to defend their countries, and the pivotal role that aviation played in the history of the world. This photograph, taken from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Prints Online, is a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the lives of the pilots who shaped the course of World War I and left an indelible mark on the annals of aviation history.

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