Karteikarten: Britain at War: Civil Defense and Resilience — 9 Karten

Battle of Britain objectives

Destroy the RAF and achieve air superiority for invasion.

Battle of Britain objectives - label

Control of the skies over Britain in 1940.

Dunkirk aftermath

France falls, Britain stands alone, and faces invasion fears.

Luftwaffe - label

Germany’s air force attacking Britain.

Radar stations - function

Detect incoming aircraft for defence.

Seaborne invasion - target

German attack using ships and airborne troops.

Dunkirk evacuation - date

Late May to early June 1940.

Britain’s self-image - post-Dunkirk

Isolated stronghold against invasion.

Home Front - purpose

Prepare civilians and sustain war effort.