Battles in WWII ; Battle of Britain Flashcards
1
Q
How long did the Battle of Britain last?
A
From July 10 to October 31, 1940.
2
Q
What happened in July 1940?
A
Hitler sends the Luftwaffe (German air force) to destroy Britain’s Royal Air Force.
3
Q
Why did the German air force attack?
A
German leaders felt it was essential to destroy the British air force to stop it sinking the ships that would carry German soldiers across the Channel.
4
Q
What happened on July 10, 1940?
A
The Luftwaffe dropped their first bomb on British ships in the Channel.
5
Q
What happened in August 1940?
A
The German air force began its mass bomber attacks on British airfields, harbours, aircraft factories and radar stations.
6
Q
Why did the Battle of Britain end?
A
It was considered over when the RAF caused considerable damage on the Luftwaffe.
