Spitfire I

Phoney War and Battle of France

By: Tony Holmes, Gareth Hector (Illustrator), Jim Laurier (Illustrator)

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Paperback | 19 June 2025

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80 Pages

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An illustrated study of the legendary Spitfire and the evolving tactics behind its early defence of Britainâs shores.

The Spitfire endures as one of the most iconic aircraft of World War II. Nevertheless, its initial skirmishes and battles yielded as many challenges as successes, with German forces soon outpacing pre-war RAF tactics and exploiting the Spitfireâs modest endurance to their advantage. This new study offers an engaging account of the celebrated fighterâs early encounters with the Luftwaffe from 1939â"40, chronicling the rapid strategic evolution of Spitfire units from the Phoney War through to the Battle of France and the Dunkirk evacuation.

Aviation expert Tony Holmes shines a new light on the fledgling exploits of this world-famous aircraft. Enhanced by newly commissioned maps, ribbon diagrams and full-colour artworks, as well as a host of archive photos, this fascinating exploration brings depth and insight to its journey through the Spitfireâs early years.

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