jul 10, 1940 - Battle of Britain
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After the fall of France, Nazi Germany turns its focus to Britain. The Luftwaffe (German Air Force) launches a sustained bombing campaign aimed at crippling Britain’s ability to fight. The Royal Air Force (RAF) successfully defends the skies, preventing a German invasion. The Battle of Britain marks the first major defeat for Hitler and is a significant turning point in the war.
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