Section 12 - World War 2: Operation Sea Lion Flashcards
What led to the Battle of Britain?
Hitler needed control of the skies.
What was the name of the British Air Force?
The Royal Air Force (RAF)
What was the name of Germany’s Air Force?
The Luftwaffe
Name two kinds of British planes.
Spitfires and Hurricanes
Name two kinds of german planes.
The Messerschmitts and Stuka
Give two reasons why Britain won the battle.
They had radar which allowed them to prepare for the attacks. The spitfires were better equipped the the Messerschmitts and the Stuka.
How many german pilots were killed?
3’500
How many British pilots were killed?
510
What was the name given to Hitler’s plan to invade Britain?
Operation Sea Lion
When did the blitz stop?
May of 1941
Where did civilians go for shelter in London?
The London Underground stations
How many civilians were killed?
40’000
What did hitler do following the loss of the Battle of Britain?
He began the Blitz (the bombing of British cities)
