Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Manfred, baron von Richthofen, is best known by what nickname?"
...Manfred, baron von Richthofen followed in his father's footsteps to carve out a military career. He became a lieutenant in 1912, serving in the Prussian Army's 1st Uhlan Cavalry Regiment. He fought in Russia during World War I. He transferred to the Imperial Air Service in 1915, engaging in combat as a fighter pilot in 1916. He gained the nickname "the Red Baron" after personally shooting down 80 enemy aircraft. Source: Britannica.com
