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Gentlemen,
Russ's points are significant and reflect the reality of the time. The RFC pilots and observers displayed great courage and professionalism, no matter the weather or opposition and most importantly, completed their missions. Stafing trenches and other targets and gun spotting below a 300 foot ceiling is a remarkable performance, as is penetrating deep behind the lines to hold the Jastas at bay.
Despite the clear advantages of defence, life was not easy however for the Jastas. Looking through 'Above The Lines', I've noticed about a dozen Kanonen that were killed during this time and place, and many more wounded. It was a hard time for everyone.
The critical point is that the British won the air campaign. They greatly inhibited the GAF and at the same time gave invaluable assistance to the ground fighting.
In my original post I mentioned only the Germans because I've just got around to reading more about them.
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