Events with tag - Western Front

April 2, 1918

Largest WWI Dogfight

The largest aerial battle of World War I took place on April 2, 1918, over Saint-Quentin, France, involving around 100 aircraft in a massive dogfight between German and Allied forces. The battle consisted of two major engagements resulting in 28 aircraft losses.

April 20, 1918

Red Baron's Last Victory

On April 20, 1918, Manfred von Richthofen, known as the Red Baron, achieved his 80th and final aerial victory by shooting down a British Sopwith Camel over Morlancourt Ridge, France. This marked his last triumph before his death the following day.

September 26, 1918

René Fonck's Six Victories in One Day

French ace René Fonck achieves remarkable feat by downing six German aircraft in a single day while flying his SPAD S.XIII fighter, marking his most successful day during World War I.

July 25, 1944

Operation Cobra

Operation Cobra was a decisive World War II offensive launched by Allied forces on July 25, 1944, to break through German defenses in Normandy. Led by General Omar Bradley, this massive operation combined aerial bombardment with ground forces to create a breakthrough near Saint-Lô.