During WW I fighter pilots were a new type of warrior, and they became national heroes. The same occurred in WW II, and like ...

He was and is considered by many to be one of, if not the best pilot in the history of aviation. While in North Africa, Marseille unexpectedly dives into an attack against a squadron of enemy Hawker ...

Hans-Joachim Marseille never quite fit his times. Had he been born 20 years later, his bad-boy good looks and considerable musical talent might have made him a rock star.

Hans-Joachim Marseille was often mentioned as one of the best in the air force; By ZOIE O'BRIEN FOR MAILONLINE . Published: 02:24 EDT, 17 January 2019 | Updated: 02:34 EDT, 17 January 2019 .