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The Battle of Britain – the aerial campaign fought over southern England during the summer and autumn of 1940 – is remembered as one of Britain’s finest. This month, 80 years on, acclaimed military author and historian Patrick Bishop brings to life the courage and experiences of the RAF ‘fighter boys’, who defended Britain in 1940. Turn to page 26 to read more.

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