June 11, 2025 • 29 mins
This episode delves into the intense aerial battles of July 1940 during
the Battle of Britain, focusing on the RAF and Luftwaffe's clash over
the skies as Germany sought to dominate the English Channel and cripple
British shipping and naval power. From fiery dogfights on July 10th to
covert bombing raids that tested Nazi morale, the episode explores the
strategic gambits, weather challenges, and human cost of this pivotal
moment in WWII. With gripping accounts of high-stakes maneuvers and the
looming threat of Operation Sea Lion, it’s a must-listen for history
enthusiasts eager to uncover the drama that nearly changed the course of
the war.
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