1940: The Story of No.11 Group, Fighter Command

London: Robert Hale Ltd, 1983. First edition. Very Good +/very good +. Interest in the Battle of Britain - that most critical moment in the country's recent history - never wanes. Day by day through the months from June to September 1940, the author followss the experience of the famous No. 11 Group, Fighter Command, which bore the brunt of the savage Nazi attacks that were the preliminary to the planned invasion. The Group's motto, 'tutela cordis' - defend the heart - could not have been more appropriate for their vital and challenging role as protectors of Britain's capital. This book shows the Battle from grass roots level, from the point of view of the unglamorous 'ground' jobs as well as the experience of the pilots in the air. But the facts are no less fascinating for that - nor are the achievements of the crews concerned diminished. This absorbing book, based largely on private accounts recorded at the time, bring history alive, scotches many of the legends which have grown up around the era, and reveals further aspects of the remarkable truth. black boards with writing to spine.minor shelfwear. clean pages and tight binding. dj not price clipped, minor shelf wear. First Edition AB71