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The Battle of Britain

The Battle of Britain

2011 marks the 71st anniversary of the Battle of Britain, which was fought between July and October 1940. New Zealanders played a key role in this vital struggle, flying the Hurricanes and Spitfires of Fighter Command, or serving in other roles in the air, at sea and on the ground. Read the full article

Page 3 - Opposing forces

Page 4 - The battle: July-August

Page 5 - The battle: September-October

Page 6 - New Zealand's contribution

Page 7 - Aftermath

A formation of Heinkel He 111 bombers viewed through the gun camera of an attacking RAF fighter.