Battle of Britain Aircraft Collection
The Battle of Britain Hall tells the story of the world's first decisive air battle- when the Royal Air Force stood alone against the might of the German Luftwaffe.
This Battle of Britain museum contains the most comprehensive collection of aircraft from both sides that fought in the Battle of Britain.
Alongside the very planes that fought for supremacy over the Channel, interactive displays give you an insight into the minds and actions of those who experienced the Battle at first hand.
After war broke out in 1939, large numbers of Allied troops in France prepared for the German onslaught.
When it came in May 1940, German tactics surprised and overwhelmed Allied air and ground forces, who retreated from Dunkirk. This left Britain isolated from Europe - the enemy just 20 miles away across the English Channel.
With around four times more aircraft than RAF Fighter Command, Germany got ready to invade England.
2010 marks the 70th anniversay of the Battle of Britain. If you would like to learn more about the history of the Battle of Britain, why not visit the RAF Museum's Battle of Britain Hall in London which houses the world's most comprehensive collection of aircraft that fought in the Battle?
The Hall is open daily from 12 noon to 6pm.
