A british naval comander watching the training of the royal army's special forces

British comanders

Spitfires, part of the Duxford-based "Big Wing" in the air, Summer 1940.  The Big Wing, a somewhat controversial tactical deployment favoured by some Fighter Command officers, involved deploying 3-4 squadrons (up to 48 fighters) in a single, united formation with the object of enhancing coordination and striking power.  Big Wings played a significant part in the Battle of Britain, in the later stages in particular.  Best regards, JR.

Big Wing.

After landing at the shore, these British troops wait for the signal to move forward, during the initial Allied landing operations in Normandy, France, June 6, 1944