WW2 Luftwaffe Ace Flies RAF Spitfire For the First Time
A 103-year-old German Luftwaffe ace with 81 confirmed victories on the Eastern front, took to the skies in a RAF Spitfire.
The Spitfire, an iconic British fighter, played a crucial role in the Battle of Britain, giving the British a decisive advantage over the Luftwaffe.
The hum of its Rolls-Royce Merlin engine, the wonderful elliptical wing, and the speed of its throttle captured the minds and hearts of the British for decades.
In a historic moment, Luftwaffe Ace Hugo Broch flew the Spitfire, bringing together two iconic figures from opposing sides of the war.
Author's summary: A 103-year-old Luftwaffe ace flies a Spitfire.