Battle of Britain: The Real Story
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James Holland presents a fresh analysis into the Battle of Britain, exploring the lesser-told German point of view, and highlighting the role of those who supported the Few during the summer of 1940. Focusing on the tactics, technologies and intelligence available to both sides, Holland examines the ways in which both Germany and Britain used their resources: from aircraft to air defence, and from intelligence to organisation. And, by gaining rare firsthand testimony from German veterans, and access to the untapped diaries and documents we reveal that this was a battle of two sides and many layers. Part of the Battle of Britain season to mark the 70th anniversary.
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Edited by Toby FarrellShot by Peter Harvey
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13 unique people credited
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Hajo Hermann
as Self - Bomber Pilot, KG4
Harry Bennett
as Self - University of Plymouth
James Holland
as Self - Presenter
Hilda Muller
as Self - Factory Worker, Berlin
Peter Caddick Adams
as Self - Military Historian
Steve Prince
as Self - Head, RN Historical Branch
Joyce Reeves
as Self - Munitions Worker, Gosport
Hans Ekkehard Bob
as Self - Fighter Pilot, JG54
Billy Drake
as Self - Fighter Pilot, 1 Squadron
Thomas Neil
as Self - Fighter Pilot, 249 Squadron
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