The Battle Of Britain: An Air Ministry Record Of The Great Days From August 8th To October 31st 1940 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432558178)

""The Battle of Britain"" is a historical record of the pivotal air campaign fought between the Royal Air Force (RAF) and the German Luftwaffe during World War II. The book covers the period from August 8th to October 31st, 1940, which saw intense aerial combat over the skies of England, as the RAF fought to defend the country against a relentless German bombing campaign. Written by the Air Ministry, the book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the battle, the tactics employed by both sides, and the key personalities involved. It also includes a wealth of technical information, such as the specifications of the aircraft used and the weaponry deployed.The book is divided into chapters that cover each day of the battle, providing a blow-by-blow account of the action as it unfolded. The text is accompanied by numerous photographs and maps, which help to illustrate the scale and intensity of the conflict.Overall, ""The Battle of Britain"" is a comprehensive and authoritative account of one of the most significant battles of World War II. It provides a valuable insight into the challenges and triumphs of the RAF during this critical period in British history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Air Ministry
ISBN-10: 143255817X
ISBN-13: 9781432558178
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 84
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.30lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.20d