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an Autobiography by Wolfgang Falck, the Father of the Luftwaffe Night Fighters 250+ photos, 200 pages, color aircraft profiles of Falck's Me 110s, 8.5" X 11", hardcover, full color DJ Standard Edition ISBN 0-9721060-1-4 $45.00 “His name – The Happy Falcon - fits him well for he looks like a falcon. He is not big enough to be an eagle. But he has the aquiline features which artists and novelists love to ascribe to heroic bird-men…He was particularly well liked” From a magazine article entitled “Memories of Peace”, 1 March 1940 originally appearing in THE AEROPLANE. Wolfgang Falck found himself in the most unique position when German Luftwaffe high command decided to form a night fighting force. Because of his leadership capabilities and knowledge of military tactics plus the fact that he was a very capable fighter pilot, Falck was selected to create the Nachtjagd. Known affectionately by his men as the Father of the Night Fighters, he continues to wear this mantle to this day. From his earliest recollections, Falck wanted a military career. Little did he realize as a youth, that he would be come an elite fighter pilot, or Jagdflieger. Here in his autobiography Wolfgang Falck provides the reader with a fascinating behind the scenes personal view of life in the leadership of the German Luftwaffe, its successes, its operations and failures, the interrelationship of personalities involved and ultimately the end of WWII and Hitler’s Third Reich. Falck brings the reader an upfront and personal view of his experiences in the last desperate days and on through his immediate post war survival. In the years following the end of WW II, Falck was employed by major aerospace companies, North American Aviation and later Mc Donnell Douglas, both firms with offices located in Bonn-Bad Godesberg, Germany. After retirement, Falck made his home in the beautiful Alpen village in Austria giving thanks to God for his adventure through a fascinating life. He is one of the few whose life covered nearly all of the 20th century; Imperial times, WWI, Revolution and civil war, the depression, the Third Reich and WWII, and finally the Federal Republic of Germany. His path has truly been multi-faceted. Wolfgang Falck peacefully passed away at the age of 96 on 13 March 2007. “I firmly believe that we pilots – from both sides – were convinced that when the war was over we would treat each other again as cavaliers and gentlemen” -Wolfgang Falck When asked for his advice to the youth of today, Falck replied “Be grateful that we are living in relative peace, that you have a home and do not suffer from hunger. Take over the responsibility for your family and your country, be tolerant of everyone, stay honest and busy, and look forward to what you intend to do with your life. Always have a target and make sure that what you are fighting for is worthwhile. Life is short!” Beautiful life-like bronze cast bust of Wolfgang Falck available!
A beautiful 10” life-like sculpture in cold cast bronze, of the Father of the Night Fighters Wolfgang Falck is now available.Created in honor of Falck’s 90th birthday, 19 August 2000 by noted master sculptor Rick Terry is this tribute to the Happy Falcon which fully captures the essence of Wolf Falck. Available in a limited edition of only 300, each numbered cold cast bronze is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. A wooden base adds to the elegance of this fine artwork. Price: $95.00 EagleCals available of the four identified Me 110s flown by Falck available in 72nd, 48th and 32nd! Click here for more information. Eagle Editions Ltd. * P.O. Box 580 * Hamilton * MT * 59840 * USA
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