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On the morning of 11 July 1940, Douglas Bader, the new commander
of 242 squadron took off alone in filthy weather to intercept
a lone intruder that had been reported in his sector. Here we
see Bader as he breaks into the clear, and spots the enemy. Minutes
later the Dornier crashed into the sea, the first victory for
Bader and 242 squadron.
A special edition is being made available bearing the signatures
of four highly distinguished pilots who flew Spitfires and Hurricanes
during the Battle of Britain. Sadly, none of these gentlemen
are with us today. The signatures are;
Wing Commander Bob Stanford-Tuck DSO, DFC.
Air Commodore Pat Jameson CB, DSO, DFC.
Group Captain Duncan Smith DSO, DFC, AE.
Group Captain Peter Townsend CVO, DSO, DFC.
(This edition is not signed by Douglas Bader) |
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