Galland

Galland is a surname of Germanic origin. It is most commonly associated with Adolf Galland (1912–1996), a German Luftwaffe officer and fighter ace during World War II. Galland is credited with a high number of aerial victories and rose to senior command positions within the Luftwaffe, where he influenced fighter tactics and training. He was a vocal advocate for the combat effectiveness of fighter pilots and engaged in public disputes over air strategy with Nazi leadership during the war. After the conflict, Galland remained active in aviation circles and published memoirs detailing his experiences and perspectives on air warfare and the Luftwaffe’s history. The surname Galland is relatively uncommon outside German-speaking regions, and Adolf Galland is the most widely recognized bearer of the name.