Death of Max Immelmann
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Lieutenant Max Immelmann was shot down on June 18th on a patrol mission. After his death, the British Flying corps dropped a wreath with a black bow on to his airfield. With it, and a message of condolence which you can see below.
1.7.16.
We have come over to drop this
wreath as a tribute of the respect
the British Flying Corps held for
Lieut. Immelmann.
We consider it an honor to have
been detailed for this special work.
Lt. Immelmann was respected by
all British airmen, one and
all agreeing that he was a
thorough sportsman.
Allister M. Miller - Pilot
Howard O. Houp - Observer
The death of Max Immelmann was perceived by allied countries in various ways.
The London Times wrote:
“A famous airman, and redoubtable opponent of, particularly, the British Flying service, disappears from the Western front with the death of Lieutenant Immelmann.”
The New York Times described him as a
chivalrous foe who always spared the defenseless.
Compiled by Henrik Feldmann and Richard Paul Unger.
Letter by the British Flying Corps, © Lt. Richard Paul Unger