8. How Douglas Bader's Big Wing Divided Fighter Command in The Battle of Britain
October 12, 2025
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as posted by the channelPART 8 | James Holland and Al Murray are at Duxford to investigate the controversial "Big Wing" tactic championed by Douglas Bader and Air ViceMarshal LeighMallory during the Battle of Britain. RAF fighters were regularly outnumbered by the Luftwaffe and The Big Wing up to five squadrons in one formation promised strength in numbers. But timing and fuel proved fatal flaws, and criticism from Dowding and Park led to their downfall.👉 🔔 🌐
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