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Mentions “Chief Pilot of the Fuhrer"
BAUR, Hans (1897-1993) German WWI Ace credited with 9 victories in a two-seater. Pioneer German aviator. During WWII, Baur was Hitler’s personal pilot from 1932 to 1945 and close friend. Awarded the iron Cross First Class. Assigned by Hitler to cremate his remains. Captured by the Soviets and spent 10 years in prison in the USSR, then imprisoned by the French for 2 years. His book: “Mit Machtigen zwischen Himmel und Erde.” Translated “I Flew With the Mighty.” Oldendorf 1984. (Original German edition) Three hundred twenty-eight pages, heavily illustrated. Inscribed and signed: “Mr. Graduate Engineer Walter, with all best wishes in solidarity, warmest personal regards direct from my heart, your Hans BAUR. Aircraft Captain and Major General/Lieutenant General, Chief Pilot of the Fuhrer, 17 Oct. 86.” This may have been one of Baur’s personal copies as he has rubber stamped his title, (Flugkapitan) name and address on the last page. Very scarce as such......................$275.00
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