SUPER RARE HISTORICAL 3.5X5.5 vintage sepia picture postcard of Manfred Von Richthofen with this image taken by C. J. Von Duhren. Signed in fountain pen ink by Manfred Von Richthofen. In mint condition. Truly rare in any form! (1892-1918) Manfred Albrecht Freiherr von Richthofen was known in English as Baron von Richthofen. He was a fighter pilot with the German Air Force during World War I and considered the ace-of-aces of the war, being officially credited with 80 air combat victories.Originally a cavalryman, Richthofen transferred to the Air Service in 1915, becoming one of the first members of fighter squadron Jagdstaffel 2 in 1916. He quickly distinguished himself as a fighter pilot, and in 1917 became the leader of Jasta 11. Later he led the larger fighter wing Jagdgeschwader 1, better known as "The Flying Circus" or "Richthofen's Circus" because of the bright colors of its aircraft, and perhaps also because of the way the unit was transferred from one area of Allied air activity to another – moving like a traveling circus, and frequently set up in tents on improvised airfields. By 1918, Richthofen was regarded as a national hero in Germany, and respected by his enemies.Richthofen was shot down and killed near Vaux-sur-Somme on 21 April 1918. There has been considerable discussion and debate regarding aspects of his career, especially the circumstances of his death. He remains one of the most widely known fighter pilots of all time and has been the subject of many books, films, and other media.Comes with a full Letter of Authenticity from Todd Mueller Authentics.