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Battle of Britain Patrick Bishop

Battle of Britain By Patrick Bishop

Battle of Britain by Patrick Bishop


$36.99
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Summary

A day-by-day narrative account of the Battle of Britain, with illustrations, eye-witness accounts, documents, posters and timelines. Every aspect of the battle is covered from multiple points of view.

Battle of Britain Summary

Battle of Britain: A day-by-day chronicle, 10 July-31 October by Patrick Bishop

After the fall of France in 1940, Hitler turned his attention to Germany's sole remaining enemy: Great Britain. His plans to invade Britain depended on crippling Britain's Royal Air Force. In July the Luftwaffe, the German air force, began its attempt to bomb Britain into submission - the resulting conflict was known as the Battle of Britain. Acclaimed historian Patrick Bishop is ideally placed to tell the story of Britain's fight for national survival. Battle of Britain offers a concise, day-by-day narrative account of the battle along with illustrations, eye-witness accounts, documents, posters and timelines. Every aspect of the battle is covered from multiple points of view providing a unique and gripping account of the battle, the men and women who fought it, and the world of the 1940s. Numerous and fascinating aspects of the conflict are discussed: aircraft and aircraft specifications; RAF Fighter Command order of battle; Luftwaffe order of battle; RAF Fighter Command groups; squadrons; commanders; meteorological conditions; plane and pilot casualties; ace flyers and their kill rates; navigation aids; myths, stories and the legend of 'the few'.

Battle of Britain Reviews

'A superb, precise account ... this book will have wide appeal and ranks as one of the best to appear in recent years. It is a worthy memorial to the 'Few' ... 5 stars' Daily Telegraph. 'An interesting and extremely well-written account of Britain's national survival ... with an impressive array of authentic documentary materials, images and newspaper headlines.' 'The best day-by-day chronicle of the Battle of Britain that I have read' Britain at War magazine.

About Patrick Bishop

Patrick Bishop has worked as senior correspondent for the Daily Telegraph. He is the author of The Irish Empire; the acclaimed book The Provisional IRA with Eamonn Mallie; the bestselling Fighter Boys; and most recently the best-selling Bomber Boys and 3 Para. He lives in London.

Table of Contents

Introduction: A 'life-and-death struggle' - history or myth? Watching, Waiting, and Withdrawing: September 1939 to June 1940. Beginning the Duel: 1 July to 16 July 1940. Prodding and Probing: 17 July to 31 July 1940. Intensification: 1 August to 17 August 1940. Hardest Days: 18 August to 6 September 1940. Culmination: 7 September to 15 October 1940. Aftermath. Aircraft of the Battle of Britain. Index. List of Tables, Maps and Sources. Acknowledgements.

Additional information

GOR002096590
9781847249845
1847249841
Battle of Britain: A day-by-day chronicle, 10 July-31 October by Patrick Bishop
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Quercus Publishing
2009-09-03
384
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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