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Messerschmitt
Willy . 1898--1978, German aeronautical engineer. His military planes figured prominently in World War II, including the Me-262, the first jet fighter


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Originally from the northern port city of Hamburg, he began his career with the aeronautic firm Messerschmidt before moving to Airbus and Daimler-Benz Aerospace, where he climbed the corporate ladder.
On its way home, Sgt Beaumont's plane was intercepted by the German Messerschmidt ME110, of Lt Reinhold Knacke.
Messerschmidt was himself that spirit, of course, but he was also a sculptor of rare tactile sensitivity.
 
 
 
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