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Sky Warriors: Evolution of Aerial Combat in World War I

Discover the fascinating history of air transport during World War I, where aircraft evolved from mere toys to deadly weapons used for destruction, transportation, and communication. Explore famous planes like Ansaldo SVA, AVRO 504, Fokker Dr.I Triplane, and more, equipped with machine guns, bombs, and poison gas for combat. Learn about renowned pilots such as Roland Garros, Georges Albert Ball, and Manfred von Richthofen, who made significant contributions to aerial warfare. Witness the technological advancements and inventions that revolutionized the use of aircraft in war. Step into the thrilling world of early aviation and the brave pilots who shaped its legacy.

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Sky Warriors: Evolution of Aerial Combat in World War I

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  1. War In The Air Stephanie Le Vesconte 9M History

  2. In the interesting years of the war, air transport was introduced in 1909. Ten years after the Wright Brothers had made the first powered flight, there was still much to be improved on these aircrafts. These aircrafts where not just recognized as toys but weapons. Planes in the war had been used to destroy the enemy, transportation and communication. Introduction- War In The Air

  3. Ansaldo SVA • AVRO 504 • Fokker Dr.I Triplane • Fokker D.VII • S.E.5a • Sopwith Camel • Voisin bomber These are most of the planes that where used in the wars- These planes had been able to drop bomb, poison gas, and able to shoot bullets. Machine guns had been installed in the planes so it would be easier to attack the enemy, most planes that where used in the wars with this material had been very useful. What types of planes?

  4. Roland Garros -the first forward firing gun was his invention • Georges Albert Ball - of the Storks regiment • Manfred Von Richthofen - holds the title of most planes downed during the war • Raoul Lufbery - holds the highest number of planes downed for the Allies • Edward Mannock–holds the highest number of planes downed for the Allies • Willy Coppens -most recognized balloon shooter • Dave Ingalis -he most famous navy pilot Famous Pilots

  5. In the these aircrafts that had been used for many different verities, most aircraft were used for the war. In the war technology back then had improved over the years and new discoveries where made. The people who had re done the aircraft for better use in the wars had learned that they had been able to add machinery on the air crafts such – Machine gun, Bombs, poison gas, arrows and much more to do whatever it takes to destroy the enemy. These are some of the inventions to be added to aircrafts. On the aircraft

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