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Lord Dowding revisits Battle of Britain Operations room
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Lord Dowding revisits Battle of Britain Operations room
Lord Dowding revisits Battle of Britain Operations room. Air Chief Marshal Lord Dowding in the operations room of No. 11 Group RAF fighter command Uxbrdge, which was fully manned and operating for the last time. During the war, this was one of the nerve centres of the Battle of Britain. The historic days were being relived when this picture was taken during a return peacetime visit by Air Chief Marshal Lord Dowding, who was head of Fighter Command during the battle. April 1958
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Kemsley
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Uxbridge
Greater London
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Media ID 21729921
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the historic days of the Battle of Britain. Air Chief Marshal Lord Dowding, the head of Fighter Command during this pivotal battle, revisits the operations room of No. 11 Group RAF fighter command in Uxbridge. This room was once a nerve center, fully manned and operating for the last time during World War II. As we gaze at this snapshot from April 1958, we can almost feel the tension and dedication that filled these walls decades ago. The image showcases a map adorned with countless plots and plotters diligently working to defend their nation against enemy attacks. The operators in this room were responsible for tracking radar signals and radio waves, crucially guiding RAF fighters to intercept incoming German aircraft. What makes this photograph even more remarkable is its inclusion of women among those hardworking individuals who played an integral role in protecting Britain's skies. It serves as a testament to their contribution during a time when gender roles were being challenged by necessity. Lord Dowding's return visit allows us to witness history being relived through his eyes - memories flooding back as he stands amidst familiar surroundings that once held so much weight and responsibility. This print from Memory Lane Prints captures not only a significant moment in British military history but also pays homage to all those who dedicated themselves tirelessly behind these very walls during World War II.
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