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16th April 2008, 17:19
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Re: What constitutes the legend of Dolfo Galland
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Agree that Galland was very effective in self promotion and knew how to play his former enemy (flattery). His Spitfire comment (depicting him both as a rebel and again flattering his enemy) is also part of this legend. His leading the "Top Gun" Unit in the West also makes him a prime candidate for fame. 1. Self promotion (during and after the war) 2. Rebel 3. Western Theatre 4. Top Units (JG 26 and JV 44) 5. (early) Succes
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