Fighting the Blue
A social history documentary series featuring stories of human interest during 1940, exploring the courage and resilience of the human spirit during the Battle of Britain era. The programme features stories from people who were there and helped to save Britain from the onslaught of the German Air Force. The interviews are illustrated by re-enacted film footage and gripping outtakes from the Battle of Britain 1969 film.
- 2005-2005
- 1 season
- Documentary, Action & Adventure
A social history documentary series featuring stories of human interest during 1940, exploring the courage and resilience of the human spirit during the Battle of Britain era. The programme features stories from people who were there and helped to save Britain from the onslaught of the German Air Force. The interviews are illustrated by re-enacted film footage and gripping outtakes from the Battle of Britain 1969 film.
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Season 1 Episode Guide
Episode 1
Spirits in the Wind
47 mins
Revealing the inside story of Sir Hugh Dowding, Commander-In-Chief of RAF Fighter Command. One of the unsung heroes of the Second World War, Dowding was responsible for the air defence system employed during the Battle of Britain, and was intensely dedicated to the safety and success of his pilots. The film also reveals Dowding's later interest and participation in spiritualism.
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