Battle of Britain Day is commemorated annually on 15th September to mark a crucial turning point during the Battle of Britain, 1940. It was a day of heavy & sustained fighting with the Germans suffering their highest losses since the 18th August.

The German offensive came in two distinct waves, giving the RAF time to refuel and rearm, ready to meet wave number two. As many as 17 squadrons, well placed were able to meet the incoming threat.

Fighting would continue for another few weeks, but the action on 15 September was seen as an overwhelming and decisive defeat for the Luftwaffe. Hitler's plans to invade Britain would have to be put on hold.