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Battle of Britain
A day-to-day chronicle, 10 July-31 October 1940
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See moreA day-to-day chronicle of a defining episode in British history: the epic struggle of the Royal Air Force with the Luftwaffe.
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From the bestselling author of Fighter Boys and Bomber Boys, this is a magisterial chronicle of a defining episode in British history: the epic struggle of the Royal Air Force with the Luftwaffe.
Battle of Britain by Patrick Bishop is a compelling account of Britain's fight for national survival, from the shock defeat and evacuation from Dunkirk in May/June 1940 to Fighter Command's assertion of superiority over the Luftwaffe in mid-September. Battle of Britain takes the reader through that summer day by day, revealing the ongoing battle's impact on flyers and civilians alike.
By enhancing his narrative with eye-witness accounts, diary extracts, and pilot profiles, Bishop brings the often horrific reality of air combat vividly to life.
In Battle of Britain, Patrick Bishop has written the definitive account of one of the pivotal moments in twentieth-century British history, and a nation's 'finest hour'.
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Battle of Britain by Patrick Bishop is lauded for its compelling and insightful exploration of the experiences and emotions of individuals involved on both sides of the conflict. The book serves as a worthy tribute to the bravery of the 'Few'.
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ISBN: 9781529409512
Publisher: Quercus Publishing
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 28 May 2020
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Quercus Publishing
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 34.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 280g
Pages: 416
About the Author
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.
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