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Friedrichshafen FF 33E German plane on ships hoist
Friedrichshafen FF 33E German scout plane (serial no. 841), nicknamed the Wolfchen (Baby Wolf), seen here on a ships hoist on 6 March 1918. The plane carried out reconnaissance for the German merchant raider, SMS Wolf, from 30 November 1916 for a period of 15 months, when it flew without the national markings seen here. Date: 1918
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Friedrichshafen Hoist Markings Merchant Nicknamed Raider Reconnaissance Rigging Serial Wolf Scout
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This photograph depicts the Friedrichshafen FF 33E German scout plane (serial no. 841), affectionately known as the "Wolfchen" or "Baby Wolf," being lifted onto a ship's hoist on March 6, 1918. The Wolfchen played a crucial role in the German naval forces during World War I, serving as a reconnaissance aircraft for the merchant raider, SMS Wolf, from November 1916 to February 1918. During this period, the plane flew without the distinctive national markings seen in this image. The FF 33E was a single-engine, two-seat biplane produced by the Friedrichshafen Flugzeugwerke company in Germany. It was primarily used for scouting and reconnaissance missions, providing valuable intelligence to the German navy. The plane's agility and maneuverability made it an effective tool for locating enemy ships and submarines. The image captures the essence of wartime aviation, with the plane's rigging and cross markings contrasting against the blue sea and the men working to hoist it aboard the ship. The photograph offers a unique glimpse into the history of early aviation and the vital role that planes played in naval warfare during World War I.
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