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The RAF at War 1940 – 1960

Genre: Aviation, Documentary, Military

The RAF at War 1940 – 1960 covers the most gloried period in the history of the RAF during the Battle of Britain, as well as the Cold War, when the RAF played a key role in the air defense of Europe and operated the UK’s nuclear deterrent.

Fighter Command: A Vicious Sting

A gripping action packed account of RAF fighters from the biplanes of World War I through the Spitfires and Hurricanes of World War II and the classic air superiority fighters of the 50s and 60s.

Bomber Command: Strike Hard, Strike Sure

A comprehensive account of RAF bombers and bombing capabilities: from the fledging attempts during World War I, through the large-scale operations of RAF Bomber Command during World War II, to the nuclear V-Force during the Cold War.

The RAF on Display (bonus)

Aircraft of the Royal Air Force on display at air shows, from the Grob Tutor to the mighty Typhoon fighter. Virtually every aircraft serving with the RAF today is represented.

The Battle of Britain (bonus)

Directed by Frank Capra. Released in 1943, this film focuses on the German bombardment of the United Kingdom in anticipation of Operation Sea Lion, the planned Nazi invasion of Great Britain.

Label: Military Heritage Institute

Catalog ID: MHI 1105

Catalog Number: 1105

Episode Listing

Fighter Command: A Vicious Sting

Bomber Command: Strike Hard, Strike Sure

The RAF on Display

The Battle of Britain

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