TM, nicely summed up. Whatever the 'truth' it does not denigrate Bader's natural ability to fly and fight. He did that with great skill, that fact alone is enough to allow for his kind of wallpapering. The records speak for themselves but the hero worshipping will still prevail I fancy. Then one day the battle will slip into the annals of our history and there it will stay forevermore.
I have not seen that painting before but is a beautiful example of Frank Wootons particular skill in his art. His legacy is set in stone as a great aviation artist.