BATTLE OF BRITAIN

1. Battle of Britain was one of the most significant battles in World War II. The Battle began on July 10th, 1940, and lasted many months.
2. At that time, Germany wanted to invade the world, and had already taken over most of Europe, including France.
3. This battle was named the Battle of Britain following a speech made by Winston Churchill, who was the prime minister of Britain.
4. It was the first large campaign fought only by air forces, and was Germany's first major defeat in the Second World War
5. The casualties came to 500 British airmen, 2600 German pilot and 60,000 civilians.
6. The battle was won in large in large part because Britain was producing at least twice as many planes as Germany could.
7. In July 1940, Britain produced 496 new fighters. 8