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The Most Dangerous Enemy: A History of the Battle of Britain

Already hailed as the standard work, The Most Dangerous Enemyis an authoritative history of the British battle that galvanized the public imagination and symbolized the destiny of a nation. But in this rigorous re-investigation of the Battle of Britain, Stephen Bungay tells a story full of revelations. Whether assessing the development of radar or the relative merits of the Spitfire, Hurricane, and Messerschmitt, he uncovers the unexpected truth behind many time-honored myths. Not only a major work of modern history but also a truly compelling narrative, The Most Dangerous Enemyconfirms the Battle of Britain as a crucial event in European history.

Subject
history
Setting
World War II
Audience
adult
Length
long · 512 pages

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