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The article reexamines the traditional narrative of the Battle of Britain, emphasising the extensive and diverse contributions of Allied forces beyond the celebrated "Few," thereby providing a broader understanding of this critical World War II campaign.

Summary

  1. The Battle of Britain involved many more personnel than typically acknowledged.
  2. Allied forces from multiple nations played significant roles.
  3. Ground staff and support teams were crucial to the battle's outcome.
  4. The "Few" represents only a fraction of the total Allied effort.
  5. The expanded narrative challenges the narrow focus on fighter pilots alone.
READ: The Battle of Britain: The (Not So) Few

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