In January 1917, the Junkers J.I made its first flight and quickly stood out as one of the most technically forward military aircraft of World War I. Designed as an armored aircraft for ground attack ...

When we think about World War I, images of muddy trenches and barbed wire usually come to mind. High above the chaos, a completely different kind of warfare was taking shape. Aviation was barely a ...

A detailed look at restoring a World War I-era airplane, focusing on craftsmanship and historical preservation. What challenges come with bringing early aviation back to life?

The Great War was a fascinating time for airplanes – the Wright brothers had just recently invented the airplane in 1903, and militaries found out mounting machine guns (only after figuring out how ...

Early birds and penguins -- "It was tragic ..." -- Blue Max -- Storks -- Red Baron -- "Target sure" -- Victims and volunteers -- Completing the circle https://siris ...