Many to whom the first victory over the opponent has been long denied either by unfortunate circumstances
ADOLF GALLANDAn excellent weapon and luck had been on my side.
More Adolf Galland Quotes
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I had to inspect all fighter units in Russia, Africa, Sicily, France, and Norway. I had to be everywhere.
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Attack even from a position of inferiority, to disrupt the enemy’s plans.
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This aircraft didn’t have any priority in design or production.
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This was my impression.
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This often results in improving one’s own position.
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That day we could have stopped the American daytime bombing offensive, that’s for sure.
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I made a written report which is still today in existence.
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You could smell them because of the oil they were burning.
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Superior technical achievements – used correctly both strategically and tactically
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Accompanied by a whistling sound, my jet shot through the air.
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To use a fighter as a fighter-bomber when the strength of the fighter arm is inadequate to achieve air superiority is putting the cart before the horse.
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The war was lost perhaps, when it was started. At least it was lost in the winter of ’42, in Russia.
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Perhaps even more important than being a good pilot; to make the best use of this system.
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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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Later when asked what it felt like, I said, “It felt as though angels were pushing”.
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