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"Spitfire: The Iconic Fighter Aircraft that Soared Through History" During World War II

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Spitfire and Hawker Tempest aeroplanes

Supermarine Spitfire and Hawker Tempest aeroplanes
Supermarine Spitfire Mk. 1, Supermarine Spitfire Mk.Vb, and Hawker Tempest aeroplanes, all in camouflage paint. 1940s

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Spitfires over Forth

Spitfires over Forth
German Heinkel IIIs over the Forth Bridge are intercepted by Spitfires - the first defensive aerial action of the war

Background imageSpitfire Collection: RAF Poster, Back Them Up! WW2

RAF Poster, Back Them Up! WW2
RAF Poster, Back Them Up!, showing a British Spitfire shooting down a German bomber during the Second World War. 1940s

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Spitfire Fighter Aircraft Hot Starting Engines

Spitfire Fighter Aircraft Hot Starting Engines
Spitfire TE311 of the Royal Air Force Memorial Flight (RAFMF) piloted by Wg Cdr " Godders" Godfrey performs a " hot start" during the RAFMF Public Display Authority (PDA)

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Back Them Up

Back Them Up! World War Two poster issued by HMSO (Her Majestys Stationery Office) featuring RAF Spitfires chasing and downing German fighter aircraft

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Spitfire P7350, flies alongside Hurricane LF363

Spitfire P7350, flies alongside Hurricane LF363
Spitfire P7350 (front) flies alongside Hurricane LF363 (back). P7350 (Mk IIa) is the oldest airworthy Spitfire in the world

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Spitfire XIV knife-edged

Supermarine Spitfire XIV knife-edged

Background imageSpitfire Collection: 1967 Triumph Spitfire

1967 Triumph Spitfire Mk3

Background imageSpitfire Collection: AI IMAGE - Spitfire aircraft flying over the White Cliffs of Dover, 1940s, (2023)

AI IMAGE - Spitfire aircraft flying over the White Cliffs of Dover, 1940s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Spitfire aircraft flying over the White Cliffs of Dover, 1940s, (2023). British single-seat fighter aircraft used by the Royal Air Force and other Allied countries before, during

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Spitfire manufacture October 1943

Supermarine Spitfire manufacture October 1943
Supermarine Spitfire manufacture, October 1943. Date: 1943

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Spitfire IXB G-ASJV / MH434

Supermarine Spitfire IXB G-ASJV / MH434
Supermarine Spitfire IXB, G-ASJV/MH434, flown by Ray Hanna. James Gilbert photo

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Cockpit of Supermarine Spitfire IXB G-ASJV / MH434

Cockpit of Supermarine Spitfire IXB G-ASJV / MH434
Cockpit of Supermarine Spitfire IXB, G-ASJV/MH434. James Gilbert photo

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Runway Perspective, 1941, (1944). Creator: Eric Ravilious

Runway Perspective, 1941, (1944). Creator: Eric Ravilious
Runway Perspective, 1941, (1944). RAF Spitfires at a British airfield during the Second World War. Painting in the Imperial War Museum, London. From " Britain In The Air", by Nigel Tangye

Background imageSpitfire Collection: R J Mitchell - Designer of the Spitfire and flying boats

R J Mitchell - Designer of the Spitfire and flying boats. Southampton Supermarine Napier Sea Plane

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Spitfire Mk. XVI fighter warbird of the Royal Air Force

Supermarine Spitfire Mk. XVI fighter warbird of the Royal Air Force
Boras, Sweden - Supermarine Spitfire Mk.XVI fighter warbird of the Royal Air Force

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Lancaster Bomber with 2 Spitfire Fighter planes, 2011 Goodwood revival

Lancaster Bomber with 2 Spitfire Fighter planes, 2011 Goodwood revival
Lancaster Bomber with Spitfire fighter aircraft during Aerial display at Goodwood 2011

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Lancaster Bomber with 2 Spitfire Fighter planes, 2011 Goodwood revival

Lancaster Bomber with 2 Spitfire Fighter planes, 2011 Goodwood revival
Lancaster Bomber with Spitfire fighter aircraft

Background imageSpitfire Collection: 2011 Goodwood Revival, Lancaster Bomber with Spitfire aircraft

2011 Goodwood Revival, Lancaster Bomber with Spitfire aircraft
2011 Goodwood Revival Meeting, Lancaster bomber and 2 Spitfires in aerial display

Background imageSpitfire Collection: 2011 Goodwood Revival Lancaster bomber and 2 Spitfires in aerial display

2011 Goodwood Revival Lancaster bomber and 2 Spitfires in aerial display
2011 Goodwood Revival Meeting, Lancaster bomber and 2 Spitfires in aerial display

Background imageSpitfire Collection: 1969 Triumph Spitfire

1969 Triumph Spitfire Mk3

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Type 350 Spitfire aeroplane

Supermarine Type 350 Spitfire aeroplane
Supermarine Type 350 Spitfire H.F. Mk. VI aeroplane in camouflage colours. 1940s

Background imageSpitfire Collection: The seat of a hero: Spitfire pilots cockpit, 1940

The seat of a hero: Spitfire pilots cockpit, 1940
The cockpit, with its amazing array of dials, is the epitome of intensive mechancial warfare of World War Two. Date: 1940

Background imageSpitfire Collection: The Battle of Britain

The Battle of Britain
A circular painting depicting the brave men of the Royal Airforce on the ground and in action during the Battle of Briatin

Background imageSpitfire Collection: A modified auxiliary fuel tank being filled with beer, Bognor Regis, 1944

A modified auxiliary fuel tank being filled with beer, Bognor Regis, 1944
A Norwegian fighter pilot, sat on the wing of his Spitfire, looks on. A technician is writing Joy Juice xxx on the fuel tank

Background imageSpitfire Collection: WW2 Aircraft - A Spitfire and Heinkel 111K

WW2 Aircraft - A Spitfire and Heinkel 111K
WW2 - Engagement in the air between a German Heinkel 111K long-range bomber and an RAF Spitfire, which has secured a hit. Date: circa 1941

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Central Flying School, RAF Little Rissington

Central Flying School, RAF Little Rissington, September 1947. From top: Bristol Buckmaster, North American Harvard, Supermarine Spitfire and de Havilland Mosquito

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Type 365 Spitfire aeroplane

Supermarine Type 365 Spitfire aeroplane
Supermarine Type 365 Spitfire P.R. Mk. XI aeroplane, in blue with black and white stripes. 1940s

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Spitfire Colour Photo

Spitfire Colour Photo
The legendary fighter is seen here in its original format; later it will be modified in various ways to adapt it to specific functions and enhance performance

Background imageSpitfire Collection: A Supermarine Spitfire Mk-18 in flight

A Supermarine Spitfire Mk-18 in flight near West Chester County, Pennsylvania

Background imageSpitfire Collection: A pair of RAF Supermarine Spitfire Fighters

A pair of RAF Supermarine Spitfire Fighters - stalwarts of the British air force throughout WW2 and instrumental in the victories of the Battle of Britain. Date: circa 1941

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Spitfire

Supermarine Spitfire
A Supermarine Spitfire IIa P7350 (foreround), and a Hawker Hurricane IIc LF363 with markings as they appeared in Guy Hamiltons film Battle Of Britain, 1969

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Six generations of RAF fighters line up together

Six generations of RAF fighters line up together on the tarmac. Hawker Hurricane IIC, LF363; Supermarine Spitfire PRXIX, PM631; Gloster Meteor F8, WL164; Hawker Hunter F6

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Spitfire XII in echelon of No41 Sdn

Supermarine Spitfire XII in echelon of No41 Sdn

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Spitfire VIII, JC204

Supermarine Spitfire VIII, JC204

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Triumph Spitfire Mk2 1966

Triumph Spitfire Mk2 1966

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Triumph Spitfire Mk2 1966

Triumph Spitfire Mk2 1966

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Triumph Spitfire Mk2 1966

Triumph Spitfire Mk2 1966
Triumph Spitfire Mk2 interior 1966

Background imageSpitfire Collection: 2011 Goodwood Revival, row of Spitfires

2011 Goodwood Revival, row of Spitfires
2011 Goodwood Revival Meeting, row of Spitfire Aircraft

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Boy Admires Spitfire

Boy Admires Spitfire
Spitfire Summer: A little boy wearing shorts and braces admires a Spitfire on the runway at Biggin Hill, Kent, England

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Triumph Spitfire 1980 Orange (Flamenco)

Triumph Spitfire 1980 Orange (Flamenco)
TRI11619

Background imageSpitfire Collection: 1966 Triumph Spitfire Mk3. Creator: Unknown

1966 Triumph Spitfire Mk3. Creator: Unknown
1966 Triumph Spitfire Mk3

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Spitfire Mk Vb, 1941. Artist: Chas Brown

Supermarine Spitfire Mk Vb, 1941. Artist: Chas Brown
Supermarine Spitfire Mk Vb, 1941. The iconic British Second World War fighter was designed by Reginald Mitchell. Powered by a Rolls-Royce Merlin engine

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Messerschmitt Bf 109E -already battle hardened in the S

Messerschmitt Bf 109E -already battle hardened in the Spanish Civil War, it outgunned and out dived the Spitfire in Battle of Britain

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Spitfire FRXIVC G-FIRE / NH904

Supermarine Spitfire FRXIVC G-FIRE / NH904
Supermarine Spitfire FRXIVC, G-FIRE/NH904, flown by Ray Hanna at Biggin Hill in 1981. James Gilbert photo. Date: 1981

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Pilots cockpit of a spitfire 1940

Pilots cockpit of a spitfire 1940
Cockpit, with its amazing array of dials, is the epitome of intensive mechanical warfare. 1940

Background imageSpitfire Collection: The Boys Of The New Home Guard

The Boys Of The New Home Guard
An illustrated WW2 music sheet cover for The Boys Of the New Home Guard, printed as a contibution to the Home Guard Spitfire fund

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Leslie Howard as RJ Mitchell in The First of the Few

Leslie Howard as RJ Mitchell in The First of the Few
Leslie Howard (1893-1943) photographed on the film set for The First of the Few, in which he played the Spitfire designer RJ Mitchell. 1942

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Goodwood Revival Battle of

Goodwood Revival Battle of
Goodwood Revival

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Spitfire at Start War

Spitfire at Start War
The Spitfire as it appears at the outbreak of World War Two, a magnificent machine which immediately proves its superiority in the earliest weeks of fighting

Background imageSpitfire Collection: More than 50 years of Triumph car production in Coventry came to a quiet

More than 50 years of Triumph car production in Coventry came to a quiet and un-ceremonious end today when the last Spitfire left the No 1 track at Canley

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Malan, AG Sailor, Grp Capt and Spitfire

Malan, AG Sailor, Grp Capt and Spitfire

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Spitfire TRIX ML407

Supermarine Spitfire TRIX ML407
Supermarine Spitfire TRIX, ML407, currently owned by Caroline Grace. James Gilbert photo

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Spitfire XVI TE357

Supermarine Spitfire XVI TE357
Supermarine Spitfire XVI, TE357

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Messerschmitt M. E. 109

Messerschmitt M. E. 109
Made in Germany, Finished in England. Messerschmitt M.E. 109. All proceeds go to our local Spitfire fund

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Vickers-Supermarine Spitfire Tr. 8 G-AIDN

Vickers-Supermarine Spitfire Tr. 8 G-AIDN
Vickers-Supermarine Type 502 Spitfire Tr.8 G-AIDN R.J. Mitchell (msn 6s-729058, ex MT818, ex N-32), at RAF St. Mawgan for an air display. Date: 1967

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Hawker Typhoon Ib with Spitfire IXb passing in Normandy

Hawker Typhoon Ib with Spitfire IXb passing in Normandy

Background imageSpitfire Collection: The three remaining Supermarine Spitfire XIXs

The three remaining Supermarine Spitfire XIXs, PM631, PS853 and PS915, in the RAF being flown to RAF Biggin Hill to join Fighter Commands unit Hurricane

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Spitfire FRXIVC G-FIRE / NH904 at Biggin Hill

Supermarine Spitfire FRXIVC G-FIRE / NH904 at Biggin Hill
Supermarine Spitfire FRXIVC, G-FIRE/NH904, at Biggin Hill in 1981. James Gilbert photo. Date: 1981

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Spitfire

Supermarine Spitfire. James Gilbert photo

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Hurricane & Spitfire

Hurricane & Spitfire
A Spitfire and a Hurricane, World War Two aeroplanes, at an air show

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Me 109 Versus Spitfire

Me 109 Versus Spitfire
A Messerschmitt 109 in pursuit of a Spitfire. The caption says the German plane will shoot the British one down - but who knows, perhaps it will be the other way about ?

Background imageSpitfire Collection: A line-up of Supermarine Spitfire Is

A line-up of Supermarine Spitfire Is

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Spitfire I P9450

Supermarine Spitfire I P9450
Supermarine Spitfire I, P9450

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Spitfire with Floats

Spitfire with Floats
A sketch of the successful Royal Airforce fighter plane converted for landing on water

Background imageSpitfire Collection: WW2 - Ju88 attacked by Spitfires - ditched off Pagham, Essex

WW2 - Ju88 attacked by Spitfires - ditched off Pagham, Essex
1940

Background imageSpitfire Collection: RAF Spitfire flies over the Battle of Britain Museum and Memorial at Capel-Le-Ferne in Dover, Kent

RAF Spitfire flies over the Battle of Britain Museum and Memorial at Capel-Le-Ferne in Dover, Kent

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Spitfire 14 / XIV

Supermarine Spitfire 14 / XIV
An RAF Supermarine Spitfire 14 Flying, Aircraft Number 251B Date: 1940s

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk.Vb 8070M - EP120

Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk.Vb 8070M - EP120
Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk.Vb 8070M / (EP120), at RAF Wattisham as a gate guard / station mascot. Currently (2021) owned by The Fighter Collection, based at Duxford

Background imageSpitfire Collection: R. A. F. pilots scramble to waiting Spitfires. The Supermarine Spitfire is a

R. A. F. pilots scramble to waiting Spitfires. The Supermarine Spitfire is a
R.A.F. pilots scramble to waiting Spitfires. The Supermarine Spitfire is a British single-seat fighter aircraft that was used by the Royal Air Force and other Allied countries before, during

Background imageSpitfire Collection: A Triumph Spitfire on a woodland road at Seale in Surrey. April 1964

A Triumph Spitfire on a woodland road at Seale in Surrey. April 1964

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Fairey Firefly F Mk. I - G-ASTL

Fairey Firefly F Mk. I - G-ASTL
Fairey Firefly F Mk.I G-ASTL (msn F5607) ex Z2033 of the Skyfame museum with Supermarine Spitfire T.8 G-AIDN at Staverton Airport for a Skyfame Museum flying day. Date: 1966

Background imageSpitfire Collection: RTAF Museum - Spitfire FR Mk. XIV

RTAF Museum - Spitfire FR Mk. XIV
Fighter Type 14 - Supermarine Spitfire FR Mk.XIV Kh14-1/93 in the Royal Thai Air Force Museum at Don Mueang Royal Thai Air Force Base. Date: 1970s / 1980s

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Spitfires at the 100th centenary celebration of the RAF

Spitfires at the 100th centenary celebration of the RAF 2018

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Spitfires from the battle of Britain Memorial flight

Spitfires from the battle of Britain Memorial flight
D-Day 70th Anniversary commemorations Spitfires from the battle of Britain Memorial flight

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Fleet Air Arm pilots, 1943. Creator: Unknown

Fleet Air Arm pilots, 1943. Creator: Unknown
Fleet Air Arm pilots, 1943. British pilots on board an aircraft carrier during the Second World War. The Fa is the section of the Royal Navy responsible for the operation of naval aircraft

Background imageSpitfire Collection: RAF Spitfire on the deck of an aircraft carrier on its way to Malta, World War II, 1942 (1944)

RAF Spitfire on the deck of an aircraft carrier on its way to Malta, World War II, 1942 (1944)
RAF Spitfire fighter on the deck of an aircraft carrier on its way to Malta, World War II, 1942 (1944). The Spitfires Come. From " The Air Battle of Malta"

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Refuelling and re-arming Spitfire fighters, Malta, World War II, 1942 (1944). Creator: Unknown

Refuelling and re-arming Spitfire fighters, Malta, World War II, 1942 (1944). Creator: Unknown
Refuelling and re-arming Spitfire fighters, Malta, World War II, 1942 (1944). Each to his Station. - While the pilot waits, soldiers and airmen refuel and reammunition his Spitfire in its pen

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Triumph Spitfire 4 Mk. 2 1965 White

Triumph Spitfire 4 Mk. 2 1965 White
Triumph Spitfire 4 Mk.2 1965 White

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Pilots to Your Planes

Pilots to Your Planes
Lee Kershaw

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Ready for Flight

Ready for Flight
Lee Kershaw

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Spitfire MK XIX

Spitfire MK XIX
JLP

Background imageSpitfire Collection: The Silver Spitfire

The Silver Spitfire
Leif Løndal

Background imageSpitfire Collection: HMS Indomitable and Supermarine Seafires probably 1940s

HMS Indomitable and Supermarine Seafires probably 1940s

Background imageSpitfire Collection: Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk. Vb AB910

Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk. Vb AB910
Royal Air Force - Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk.Vb AB910 (msn CBAF.1061), of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. Date: circa 1988



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"Spitfire: The Iconic Fighter Aircraft that Soared Through History" During World War II, the Supermarine Spitfire and Hawker Tempest aeroplanes became legendary symbols of bravery and resilience. As depicted in the RAF poster "Back Them Up. ", these aircraft were crucial in defending Britain's skies during the war. One remarkable aspect of Spitfires was their hot starting engines, allowing for quick take-offs and rapid response times. This capability is vividly captured in images of Spitfires soaring over the Forth, showcasing their agility and power. Amongst the many notable Spitfires, one stands out – the Supermarine Spitfire IXB G-ASJV / MH434. This particular aircraft holds a special place in history as it pays homage to R J Mitchell, the brilliant designer behind both Spitfires and flying boats. Beyond its wartime legacy, even car enthusiasts recognize "Spitfire" as a name associated with excellence. The 1967 Triumph Spitfire remains an iconic sports car known for its sleek design and thrilling performance on open roads. The image of a knife-edged Supermarine Spitfire XIV further emphasizes its aerodynamic prowess. Manufactured in October 1943, this specific model showcases how engineering advancements contributed to its superior flight capabilities. The Supermarine Type 350 Spitfire aeroplane represents not only technical innovation but also embodies courage displayed by pilots who flew them into battle against formidable foes. In a captivating display at the 2011 Goodwood Revival event, a Lancaster Bomber accompanied by two accompanying spitfires recreated historic scenes from WWII. It served as a poignant reminder of how these fighters played an integral role alongside other aircraft during critical missions. From historical posters urging citizens to "Back Them Up. " to witnessing their indomitable spirit firsthand through various models and events - each element highlights why the term "Spitfire" has become synonymous with heroism throughout aviation history.

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