Wings of Glory: Nieuport 17 Baracca: WW1 Fortifications all lavishly illustrated

all lavishly illustrated

an oddly familiar figure debuts

doing everything in their power to protect their gated community and its secrets

you arrive at the source of the sound as additional instruments join the trumpet and saxophone

Resting in the center of its forehead is a faintly glowing gem

Wings of Glory: Nieuport 17 Baracca: WW1 Fortifications all lavishly illustratedThe Nieuport 17 was a nimble fighter, first released in March 1916. Its excellent maneuverability made a big impact. It soon equipped all of the French fighter squadrons, served as a top British fighter for a year, and was even copied by the Germans! The "sesquiplane" design (a "half" lower wing) gave excellent climb and visibility, but was a weakness in stressful maneuvers. A favorite of aces, the Nieuport 17 was produced in France, Italy, and Russia