Synopsis
Explores the life and death of the legendary German fighter pilot. The documentary delves into the circumstances surrounding his final dogfight, examining various theories and eyewitness accounts.
- Programme: Secret History
- Series: 10
- Episode: First World War: 4: Dogfight
- Channel: Channel 4
- Broadcast year: 2002
- History
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