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EAGLE OF THE EASTERN FRONT.
- Source :
-
Aviation History . Jul2011, Vol. 21 Issue 6, p22-29. 8p. - Publication Year :
- 2011
-
Abstract
- The article discusses the life and military career of German fighter pilot Lieutenant Hans-Ulrich Rudel, focusing on his experiences flying a Junkers Ju-87B Stukas dive bomber on the Eastern Front during World War II. Emphasis is given to his involvement in the unsuccessful Operation Barbarossa, with specific emphasis given to his success in destroying Soviet tanks with his Stuka. The author also describes Rudel's many military decorations.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 10768858
- Volume :
- 21
- Issue :
- 6
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Aviation History
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- 60255603