Manfred Richthofen
Manfred Richthofen
among life moments nerves tickle
There are some moments in one's life which tickle one's nerves particularly and the first solo-flight is among them.
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According to the map he had fallen three miles behind the front. We had therefore brought him down on enemy ground. Otherwise I should have one more victory to my credit. I was very proud of my success. After all, the chief thing is to bring a fellow down. It does not matter at all whether one is credited for it or not.