Sopwith Camel vs Fokker Dr I

Fabled for their agility, the Sopwith Camel and Fokker Dr.I are arguably the most recognized fighters of World War 1. This book will dispel myths and reveal the fascinating story of each plane's development as well as that of the thrilling series of dangerous actions in the skies above the trenches.

Amid the continuous struggle for aerial superiority during World War I, two aircraft types were at the forefront. Both rotary engined fighters, the Sopwith Camel and the Fokker Dr I triplane were relatively slow for their time, but were regarded as the most manoeuvrable machines produced during the conflict, and the classic pair for a tight, evenly matched dogfight at close quarters. In this book Jon Guttman examines the fascinating story of the design and development of these deadly foes. First-hand accounts and innovative cockpit-view artwork give a thrilling insight into the pilots' experiences during the world's first aerial duels and helps explain their successes and failures.