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The Battle of Britain. August-October 1940

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The Battle of Britain. August-October 1940

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First edition."An Air Ministry Account of the Great Days from 8th August - 31st October 1940". Publishers blue cloth with blue title and blue vignette. "Comprising a thorough and detailed account during World War Two, which consisted in a military campaign where the Royal Air Force and the Fleet Air Army of the Royal Navy defended the United Kingdom from attacks by Nazi Germany's air force. A very lovely copy.

Publisher: His Majesty's Stationery Office., London

Author: Air Ministry

Date Published: 1941

Binding: Paperback

Condition: Very Good

Reference: #38

Weight: 92g

Reserve: $10.00

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