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WW1 - Double-sized German biplane debut over Poelcappelle
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WW1 - Double-sized German biplane debut over Poelcappelle
WW1 - The new extra-sized German fighter biplane shown making its debut in the war. It was nicknamed Fritz by the British. Illustrated here in first flight, it was fought and driven off after apparently having been hit by a British aeroplane. It had double-fuselage, two engines, two propellers, plus a central armoured-car with machine-guns. It was manned by two gunners and the pilot. The action took place over Poelcapelle, in West Flanders. Date: circa 1915
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Action Armoured Aviators Biplane Debut Double Enemy Engines Fuselage Germans Gunners Guns Pilot Pilots Propellers Sized Poelcappelle
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This striking print captures the debut of a double-sized German biplane, nicknamed "Fritz" by the British, during the turbulent skies of World War I. Circa 1915, this extraordinary aircraft made its first appearance over the battlefield of Poelcappelle in West Flanders. With its distinctive double-fuselage, two engines, two propellers, and a central armored-car armed with machine guns, this formidable flying machine was manned by two gunners and a pilot. The image illustrates the biplane in its initial flight, having reportedly been engaged in a fierce dogfight with British aeroplanes. Despite appearing to have been hit, the German aircraft managed to fly off, showcasing its impressive size and power. This innovative design, with its advanced features, represented a significant advancement in aviation technology during the war. The audacity of the German aviators to take to the skies in such a large and complex machine underscores the determination and ingenuity of both sides in their quest for aerial supremacy. This historical photograph provides a captivating glimpse into the thrilling and dangerous world of early aviation during the First World War.
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