Baron Manfred Von Reichthofen, WW1 German Fighter Ace
Two wooden photograph cases made by Sergeant Lane, R.A.F, from one of the main spars of the Baron's tri-plane after it was brought down in April 1918, both cases are ink inscribed by Sergeant Lane giving details of the events and stating 'this wood was taken from one of the main spars (section drawing) sides by me SGT . Lane, R.A.F BEF FRANCE 1918', in addition each case has a copy of Joseph Simpson's portrayal 'The End of the Red Baron', (4 panels, 15cm x 9.5cm). (2)