April 23, 1918

In the main committee of the Reichstag

In the main committee of the Reichstag

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"In the Main Committee of the Reichstag Berlin, 23 April In the Main Committee of the Reichstag this morning, during the discussion of the Reich Army budget, Representative Müller: Meiningen expressed his condolences to the War Ministry on the death of Germany's most successful aviator, Cavalry Captain Baron von Richthofen. The entire nation mourns the loss of this hero. In the Main Committee of the Reichstag, Minister of War von Stein commemorated the fallen aviator, Cavalry Captain Baron von Richthofen, and stated: The death of Cavalry Captain Baron von Richthofen has now been confirmed. This hero too is now covered by the grass. I need not mention here his exemplary achievements. The entire German people, even the children, are talking about them. His achievements will remain unforgotten in the future, and his example will continue to have an impact and bear fruit."

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