Francesco Baracca
Italian flying ace (1888-1918) · Italy · On the map · Died at 30
Francesco Baracca was Italy's top fighter ace of World War I. He was credited with 34 aerial victories. The emblem he wore side by side on his plane of a black horse prancing on its two rear hooves inspired Enzo Ferrari to use it on his racing car and later in his automotive company.
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Francesco Baracca Pilot licence
Major Francesco Baracca posed in front of his SPAD S.VII
Francesco Baracca poses beside his 34th and last victory. On 15 June 1918, Baracca and Aliperta forced down at San Biagio di Callalta the Albatross D III flown by Lieutenant Sigismund von Josipovich
The monument at Nervesa della Battaglia.Awards
About this person
Country
Italy
Type
Other
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1888 to 1918 · aged 30