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

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Already hailed as the standard work The Most Dangerous Enemy is a supremely 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 Enemy confirms the Battle of Britain as a crucial event in European history.