Better known as the Red Baron, Richthofen was a German pilot and ace during World War One, he shot down 80 planes and was never defeated in an air battle. He eventually died in the Battle of Leis during the spring offensive in 1918. Manfred von Richthofen continues to be a national hero to most Germans.
Manfred von Richthofen has had many movies and hit Sabaton song made in his Honour. His grave in Wiesbaden is a national monument.