The Battle of Britain

Hitler decrees the beginning of the battle

Aug 1, 1940

Hitler begain the battle with the world, "The German Air Force is to overcome the British Air Force with all means at its disposal, and as soon as possible.

Intense attacks

Aug 15, 1940

The Germans establish an operational zone around Britain

Aug 17, 1940

In it, any ship could be sunk without warning.

Britain launches its first air raid on Berlin

Aug 25, 1940

RAF claim to have shot down 183 German planes

Sep 15, 1940

This claim was later found to be inflated.

Attack

Sep 17, 1940

Around 300 German bombers with around 600 fighters attack London.

Operation Sea Lion postponed

Oct 12, 1940

Until 1941