Imperial German Air Service

The Imperial German Air Service was Germany's military aviation branch during World War I, established in 1910. It operated reconnaissance planes, fighters, and bombers to gather intelligence and support ground forces. As the first organized air force in Germany, it played a crucial role in early aerial combat and strategic operations. The service evolved rapidly during the war, developing aircraft technology and tactics that influenced future air warfare. By the war’s end in 1918, it had become a significant component of Germany’s military efforts, laying the groundwork for future air force developments.