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Billy Bishop was in a dogfight with 7 Canadian planes (Nieuports) against 5 German planes (Albatrosses. von Richthofen's squadron of 4 planes joined the fight.
von Richthofen and Bishops separated from the main fight and had a dogfight between what were to become each side's highest scoring ace of the war.
Bishop had one clear shot at von Richthofen but his gun jammed. After he cleared his gun, they had a dogfight but he never had another clean shot. Bishop claimed he put some holes in von Richthofen's plane but didn't bring it down.
The .30 caliber machine guns slow firing machine guns used by planes in WWI required a lot of hits to take down a plane. The only quick way to bring down an opponent was a lucky shot hitting the pilot or a vital engine component.
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When did Billy Bishop shot down the Red Baron?
No, Billy Bishop fought with the Red Baron but did not shoot him down. The Red Baron was shot down later, probably by Australian anti-aircraft gunners on the ground but possibly by RAF pilot Roy Brown, a Canadian, who was attacking the Red Baron.
What did Billy Bishop contribute to the society?
Billy Bishop was a pilot in WW1, he was credited with 72 victories. Best Canadian Pilot, top score in Britain's empire and second ranking in the allies side.. Btw, He fought against "The Red Baron" both opponents scored direct hits but without been able to bring down each other.
Did billy kill the red baron?
It has now been proven that the Red Baron was killed by a rifle bullet fired from the ground.
Was J.P. Morgan a robber baron?
Yes he was an robber baron
What was baron in Norman England?
A baron in 1066 was a man which looked after piece in England A baron provided the kings with soldiers and money from their people A baron is the next person below a King A baron would have lots of land and money
When did Billy Bishop shot down the Red Baron?
No, Billy Bishop fought with the Red Baron but did not shoot him down. The Red Baron was shot down later, probably by Australian anti-aircraft gunners on the ground but possibly by RAF pilot Roy Brown, a Canadian, who was attacking the Red Baron.
What did Billy Bishop contribute to the society?
Billy Bishop was a pilot in WW1, he was credited with 72 victories. Best Canadian Pilot, top score in Britain's empire and second ranking in the allies side.. Btw, He fought against "The Red Baron" both opponents scored direct hits but without been able to bring down each other.
What was Billy Bishops kill total compared to that of the Red Baron?
Billy Bishop was credited with 72 aerial victories during World War I, while the Red Baron (Manfred von Richthofen) was credited with 80 aerial victories. Bishop was a Canadian flying ace and the Red Baron was a legendary German fighter pilot.
Who is the most decorated hero of World War 1?
For a fighter Ace, I would have to say Billy Bishop or the Red Baron
Did billy kill the red baron?
It has now been proven that the Red Baron was killed by a rifle bullet fired from the ground.
Did billie bishop have any dealings with the red baron?
There are no verified dogfights between the two.
Why did Billy Bishop win the Military Cross award?
For an attack and destruction of a balloon. The official notification in the London Gazette read: Lt. William Avery Bishop, Can. Cav. and R.F.C. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He attacked a hostile balloon on the ground, dispersed the crew and destroyed the balloon, and also drove down a hostile machine which attacked him. He has on several other occasions brought down hostile machines. Supplement to the London Gazette, 26 May 1917 (30095/5186) Billy Bishop also recorded the most kills of enemy aircraft of any pilot except Baron von Richthofen, the famous Red Baron (who was on the other side). _ No, that was René Paul Fonck, a French Captain who scored 75 victories. Bishop had 72. I stand corrected. I didn't know about Fonck.
What is higher a bishop or a pope?
Bishop because in the feudal system it is listed higher; It Goes,King Baron/Bishop Members of the Church/Pope Knights Peasants/Freemen, Serfs (slaves) i hope this helps :)) x
What is the masculine word for baroness?
The masculine of baroness is baron.
What has the author Anthony Morton written?
Anthony Morton has written: 'Sport for the baron' 'The Baron and the missing old masters' 'Danger for the Baron' 'Baron at bay' 'The Baron and the arrogant artist' -- subject- s -: Fiction in English 'The Baron in France' 'Meet the Baron' 'The Baron and the unfinished portrait' 'Shadow the Baron' -- subject- s -: Fiction in English 'The Baron - King-Maker' -- subject- s -: Fiction in English 'The Baron again' 'Help from the Baron' -- subject- s -: Fiction in English 'The Baron goes east'
What is the Tagalog of the wife of a baron?
Tagalog Translation of BARON: baron; isang nabibilang sa maharlika
What is the common noun of baron or baroness?
baron
