Battle of Britain
The Battle of Britain was recognized almost immediately as a significant event. Waged from July to October 1940, it pitted a small group of fighter pilots from around the world against a far larger Luftwaffe. Their victory gave hope to the people of Great Britain and to other freedom-loving nations. History
Battle of Britain London Monument
Battle of Britain: Did you know?
Radar, a new technology in the late 1930s, was key to winning the Battle of Britain and, eventually, the Second World War.
It became clear by October 1940 that there were not enough personnel to meet the need. Canada agreed to provide the British with trained radar mechanics and officers. By 1944, one third of RAF personnel working on radars were actually RCAF and, in total, about 6,000 RCAF personnel were radar specialists.
News and articles
Battle of Britain profile of courage: Pilot Officer Joseph Émile Paul Larichelière
In just four short days during the Battle of Britain, Pilot Officer Larichelière scored his first victory, became an "ace" and met his death.
July 15, 2015
ARCHIVED - New coin commemorates Canadians in the Battle of Britain
The Royal Canadian Mint has launched its Second World War Battlefront Series of coins with a silver coin commemorating the role Canadian aviators played in the Battle of Britain.
March 18, 2015
Battle of Britain Sunday observed across Canada
More than 100 courageous young Canadians made their way to the south of England in early 1940 to join with like-minded young men from Commonwealth nations around the globe in a battle that would shape the world.
October 16, 2014
The Battle of Britain: Army Cooperation Squadrons
There were two Canadian squadrons present in Great Britain during the Battle of Britain whose activities and support are hardly ever mentioned: No. 110 and No. 112 Army Cooperation Squadrons.
September 18, 2014
Battle of Britain parade honours the dwindling few
The national Battle of Britain parade held in Ottawa on September 15, 2013, honoured the ever-dwindling number of courageous men and women who served and died in the famous Second World War air battle.
September 18, 2013
Profile of service: Llewellyn William Lloyd – meteorology technician
Cpl Llewellyn William Lloyd was the RCAF corporal-in-charge of the weather station at Cape Bauld, Newfoundland, in support of Second World War efforts.
September 13, 2013
Battle of Britain profile: Flying Officer Peter Lochnan
The pilots of the Battle of Britain are honoured for their efforts in turning aside the German onslaught designed to prepare the British for a German invasion.
September 12, 2013
Battle of Britain profile: Norma Zelia Watts – WAAF radio telephonist
During the Battle of Britain, Norma Zelia Watts was the ground contact for the aircrew that fought back the German Luftwaffe in the British skies.
September 12, 2013
