Like the hunter who stalks his prey and maneuvers himself unnoticed into the most favourable position for the kill
ADOLF GALLANDIf we would have had the 262 at our disposal – even with all the delays
More Adolf Galland Quotes
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I first knew of the existence of this aircraft only early in ‘42 – even in my position.
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Aggressive spirit, joy of action, and the passion of the hunter.
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It’s unbelievable what one squadron of twelve aircraft did to tip the balance.
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And for the moment the whole burden of the war rested on the few hundred German fighter pilots on the Channel coast.
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Superior technical achievements – used correctly both strategically and tactically
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Never abandon the possibility of attack.
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Attack even from a position of inferiority, to disrupt the enemy’s plans.
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“He who wants to protect everything, protects nothing,” is one of the fundamental rules of defense.
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Only in this way can the eager and skillful fighter pilot display his ability.
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An excellent weapon and luck had been on my side.
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During the Battle of Britain the question “fighter or fighter-bomber?” had been decided once and for all
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To be successful, the best fighter pilot needs both.
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I made a written report which is still today in existence.
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Of course, the outcome of the war would not have been changed.
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This was my impression.
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