Historical Events
Red Baron Shot Down
German World War I fighter ace Baron Manfred von Richthofen aka "The Red Baron", is shot down and killed over Vaux sur Somme in France. Canadian pilot Arthur Roy Brown is credited with the kill.
Famous Deaths
The Red Baron (1892-1918)
German World War I fighter ace, dies at 25 after his plane is shot down
Died in 1918 1918 Highlights
About April 21, 1918
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 106 years and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Taurus
