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Joseph Mai

 

Year of Birth:  1970

Date Enlisted:  17-Jun-04

Country: United States

Time Zone: Central

Mai overlooking his ground crew from the cockpit of his DII.

 

Biography/personal description:

Fascination for flight began with me at a young age. I used to spend hours studying about airplanes in the World Book encyclopedia (mind you, this was all a pre-internet junkie could do to get his info fix in the 70’s). 

Fast forward to the 80’s, with the movie Top Gun. Who among us didn’t see that movie and think being a fighter pilot was the coolest? (Secret poll, who among us still watches it? LOL) 

Fast forward to the early 90’s, when a friend of mine had a 386 computer with Microsoft’s Flight Simulator. That program got me hooked on computer flying. So when I got my own computer, naturally I had to get some simulation games of my own, including the original Red Baron. It was fun, but I never got into any online gaming until Warbirds. What a dream come true. Flew with a squad called the Rogue Griffons for a while. Even flew the WWI combat arena for a bit. That was several years ago. 

So now I come to you, Jasta 5, with hopes to do what I can to help the squad. My skills may not be the sharpest, but I can draw fire with the best of them. Always willing to learn, however, so any advice is appreciated. 

When not flying, my spare time is filled with a variety of activities. Mostly work, where I work in the office for a heating and cooling company. Spare time activities include playing guitar in a rock band, racing radio controlled cars, and flying radio controlled planes. With proper building and a little luck, I should be able to successfully fly my radio controlled Fokker D.VII this summer.
Aerial Victories Ground Victories
Planes:   142 Balloons:    1 Bombing:   45 Recons:   1

 

 

 

 

 

Prussian Pilots Badge - 8 Aug 04

 

 

 

 

 

 

Awarded in recognition for gaining experience flying in battle.

Ehrenbecher  (Cup of Honour) - 8.8.04

 

 

A special award given from the Rittmeister himself, the Ehrenbecher was designed by Manfred von Richthofen.  This award is to be ceremoniously given to each pilot that scores his first kill.  Presented to Flg. Jäeger.  Congratulations!

Iron Cross 2nd Class - 29.8.04

 

 

 

 

 

 

Awarded to in recognition for his second aerial victory.

Iron Cross 1st Class - 29.8.04

 

 

Awarded in recognition for his 5th aerial victory in RBWL Mission #9.

Promoted to Flugmaat - 29.8.04

Kaiser Wings - 15.09.04

 

Awarded in recognition for successful participation in Red Baron World League V.

Commendation - 20.09.04

 

 

 

Awarded in recognition for service to the Jasta in researching and sharing information helpful in enhancing communications and mission effectiveness.

Promoted to Gefreiter - 4.10.04

Wound Badge in Black - 19.10.04

 

 

Awarded in recognition for non-fatal wounds suffered in combat during Flanders in Flames X, Mission 3.

Commendation  - 25.10.04

 

 

 

 

Awarded in recognition for time, effort and resources contributed to the Jasta in the form of setting up and maintaining the Jasta 5  Server.

Promoted to Hauptgefreiter - 01.11.04

Balloon Badge - 01.11.04

 

 

Awarded in recognition for the downing of an enemy observation balloon during Mission 4 of the Flanders in Flames X Campaign.

Kaisers Commendation - 15.11.04

 

 

 

 

Awarded by the Kaiser, in recognition for success in carrying out the missions of Operation Michael in Flanders in Flames X, Mission 5.

Austrian Military Merit Cross, 3rd Class - 22.11.04

 

 

 

Awarded in recognition for 10 aerial victories, the latest of which was scored during War Forces, Mission 1.

Observers Badge - 11.11.04

 

 

 

 

 

Awarded in recognition for successful completion of your first ground bombing mission during War Forces, Mission 1.

Promoted to Unteroffizier - 29.11.04

Kaiser Wings - Gold Class - 06.12.04

Awarded in recognition for exceptional participation in Flanders in Flames X.

Gold Long Service Award - 13.12.04

 

 

 

 

 

Awarded in recognition for service to the Jasta by participating in EVERY match during Flanders in Flames X.

Wound Badge in Black - 13.12.04

 

 

Awarded in recognition for non-fatal wounds suffered in combat during War Forces, Mission 2.

Promoted to Unterfeldwebel - 03.01.05

Promoted to Feldwebel - 31.01.05

Kaiser Wings - Gold Class - 03.13.05

Awarded in recognition for exceptional participation in Flanders in Flames Xb.

Kaisers Commendation - 05.05.05

 

 

 

 

Awarded by the Kaiser, in recognition for dedication in training efforts of pilots and the demonstration of  leadership qualities on various occasions.

Promoted to Stellvertretter - 05.05.05
Military Order of St. Henry - 04.06.05

 

 

Awarded in recognition of your 15th aerial victory during the RBWLVI Campaign, mission 2.

Prussian Order of the Crown - 20.06.05

 

 

 

 

 

This medal is presented in recognition of your 20th aerial victory, during RBWL VI campaign, Mission 3.
Gold Service Award with Crown - 04.07.05

 

 

Presented in recognition and appreciation of your year of service to the Jasta.

Carl Eduard Medal - 04.07.05

 

 

 

 

Awarded in recognition of loyalty and service to the Jasta.

Carl Eduard Kriegskreuz (War Cross) - 10.07.05


Awarded in recognition of the loyalty, leadership  and service you have demonstrated to the Jasta while obtaining the trust and respect of fellow pilots.

Appointed to Faehnrich - 01.08.05

Knights Cross of Hohenzollern - 06.08.05

 

 

 

 

 

Awarded in recognition of your 25th aerial victory during RBWL VI Campaign, Mission 9.
Pour le Merit - 13.08.05

 

 

Awarded in recognition of your 30th aerial victory during RBWL VI Campaign, Mission 10.  Congratulations!!
Order of King Leopold - 28.08.05

 

 

 

In recognition of your 35th confirmed aerial victory during RBWL VI Campaign, Mission 12

Kaiser Wings - 05.12.05

 

Awarded in recognition for participation in Red Baron World League VI.
Promoted to Leutnant - Jan 06

The Order of Albert 
31 December 1850 by King Friedrich August II to honor the memory of Duke Albrecht the Brave,  founder of the Albertine Dynasty. The military variation of the decoration was established in 1866.The Order of Albert was originally awarded to "all those who render useful service to the state, or who distinguish themselves through merit, who have earned a claim to Our recognition." Beginning in 1866, the Order of Albert was bestowed upon military personnel for merit in the field and to indicate this, a pair of crossed swords were added to the medal.

 

 

This medal is awarded in recognition of the 40th confirmed aerial victory. 

Bavarian Knight's Cross of the Military Order of Max Josef

Established 1 January 1806, by Maximilian-Joseph upon his ascent to the throne of the Kingdom of Bavaria. The Knight's Cross of the Military Order of Maximilian-Joseph was bestowed upon Bavarian soldiers for bravery in combat. A knighthood entitled the recipient to a lifelong pension and the right to append "Ritter von" to his surname.

 

This medal is awarded in recognition of the 50th aerial victory.

Campaign Wings - 05.06.06

 

Awarded  for participation in War Forces V.
Gold Service Award with Crown - Jun '06

 

 

Presented in recognition and appreciation of your year of service to the Jasta.
Appointed to Oberleutnant - Jul 06

Order of Military Merit - Officer's Cross with Swords - 04 Nov 06

 

Awarded to officers who have obtained the trust of their fellow pilots and their commanding officers.  Specifically as demonstrated by his adherence to unit protocol and overall handling of the inquiry into actions while in the air.

Kaiser Wings

 

Awarded in recognition for successful participation in Red Baron World League VI.

The Order Brabant - Apr 07

 

 

 

 

 

Awarded Herr Mai for exemplifying the spirit of the Teutonic Knight.  Honor, Chivalry, Courage, and Duty to the unit.  
Gold Service Award with Crown - Jun '07

 

 

Presented in recognition and appreciation of your year of service to the Jasta.

Bavarian Military Merit Cross

During World War I, the Bavarian Military Merit Cross was Bayern's highest award for non-commissioned officers. Often regarded as equivalent to Prussia's Iron Cross. It was bestowed upon enlisted personnel for excellence in combat.

 

 

 

Awarded upon completion of a pilots 35th air to ground mission during WF VI.

Orden Pour le Merite mit Eichlaub (Oak Leaves)

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Oak Leaf decoration is added to the Blue Max in recognition of the 60th confirmed aerial victory  during WF VI.

 

Order of the Red Eagle 3rd Class with Crown and Swords

An award given for over-all meritorious service to junior officers in Prussian service, it was seldom awarded in WW1. Only one German flyer ever received it: Manfred vonRichthofen – and that mostly because the AOK had run out of awards to give him! 

 

 

This medal is awarded in recognition of the 70th aerial victory  during WF VI.

The Orden Pour le Merite with Crown

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Crown Order of the Blue Max is awarded in recognition of the 80th confirmed aerial victory  during WF VI.

 

The Breast star of the Ernestine House

 

 

 

 

 

 

This will be awarded to the pilot who has the highest number of aerial victories in a six month period  during WF VI.

Kaiser Wings

 

Awarded in recognition for successful participation in War Forces VI.

Kaiser Letter of Commendation

 

A letter from the Kaiser recognizing the commitment to the growth and training of newer pilots assigned to Jasta 5. 
Cold War 4 Medal  - May '08

Awarded for participation.
Grand Cross 

 

 

 

Awarded in recognition for 90th aerial victory during CW4.
Black Eagle

 

 

Awarded in recognition for 100th aerial victory during CW4.
Order of Ludwig

 

Awarded in recognition for longstanding and faithful loyalty to the Jasta and outstanding leadership abilities.
Breast Star of Ernestine House

 

 

Awarded for the highest number of aerial victories during CW 4.

Kaiser Wings

 

Awarded in recognition for successful participation in Cold War 4 - May '08

The Breast star of the Ernestine House

 

 

 

 

 

 

Awarded in recognition for the highest number of aerial victories during RBWL VIII.

Kaiser Wings

 

Awarded in recognition for successful participation in RBWL VIII - Sept '08
Appointed to Hauptmann - Dec '08

House Order of Vigilance or the "White Falcon" - January 1, 2009

One of the older German state orders, the Order of the White Falcon was originally established on August 2, 1732 by Duke Ernst-August I. It was renewed by Grand Duke Carl August on October 18, 1815, just a few months after the he was elevated to grand duke. It served as the house order and was awarded for civil and military merit. Swords were authorized on September 22, 1870 to distinguish bravery and merit on the field of battle.

 

Awarded in recognition for exemplary service to Jasta 5, while demonstrating honor, dedication, leadership, loyalty and respect for the command and other pilots of Jagdstaffel 5. 
   
   

 

 

 

 

 

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