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BATTLE OF BRITAIN - THE MEN WHO FELL FROM THE SKY | Full Documentary

War: The Untold Stories

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This is a private, non-commercial, non-monetised project. On September 15th 1940, all hell breaks loose in the skies over a Kent village. For a 19 year-old Hurricane pilot, this will be a day unlike any other.

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20 Comments

@rd500mike 1 month ago

Great story of very brave men 👍

@colinlangford6258 1 month ago (edited)

Dear Sir, Phil. So many of us lost airmen during the BOB that may have become relatives. My Northern Irish Aunt Lil was dating a young Lincoln UK RAF man that could have been my Uncle however, he made the suprema sacrifice. Can you tell me anything about, " Bell, John Swift, Flying Officer RAF 616 Sqn, KIA 30 August 1940 Spitfire X4248." Family history states that John (also known as Jack) Spitfire was critically damaged and possibly John was injured, in a head on attack on a Bf 109 over the Themes Estuary. John crashed on his way to RAF West Milling due to his home airfield RAF Kenley being bombed hence, he was redirected to RAF West Milling. Subsequently and unknown to us why ??? John crashed and burned on his approach to RAF West Milling. Keep up the good work Phillip, Colin.
PS. Our families still came together, the Bells did became my relatives, sadness brings families together, also my Father was a Major and I believe John's Father held the same rank, possibly there is a connection there.

@garymacrae5778 6 months ago

What a story .
Incredible story of bravery and Mr.Cooper-Slipper is 1039495855858% HERO and LEGEND.
This man should have his own holiday .
Well done telling this story.
I’m telling you , it’s a Movie .

@PJRye 10 months ago

Amongst all the AI slop around now, this has been a breath of fresh air.

@gorbyagusta7076 1 year ago

A very interesting documentary. Thanks for uploading.

@daevidsmiff4420 1 year ago

Philip Day is a perfectionist his depiction of the people involved in the Battle of Britain especially our young Fighter Pilots is a labour of love, as a Former Fast Jet pilot watching this production makes me feel humble beyond description, Philip Day shows so much commitment in his productions he showcases all those who contributed to defeating the Luftwaffe and eventually Germany...thank you for showcasing these incredible brave individuals both Military and Civillian we owe everyone who contributed a huge debt thank you all Per Ardua Ad Astra

@dmfitzsim 1 year ago

👏 👏👏👏 💯 excellent documentary

@firebladeRR666 1 year ago

Absolutely fascinating. Thanks 🙏

@HarryFlashmanVC 1 year ago

Superb....well done.. fantastic

@MattDerv 1 year ago

Another fantastic production. amazing.

@wooooster171 1 year ago (edited)

Superbly investigated and presented.. Every airman, from both sides, deserves their name to be read and remembered where they rest..

Well done Phillip and all those who helped close another chapter for those who died

@stephenbrown9998 1 year ago

Brilliant thank you all very interesting

@Buckoux 1 year ago

Common, un-common, men and women held the fate of mankind in their hands and did not let it go...

@colindouglas7769 1 year ago (edited)

There is a great poignancy in this fascinating documentary, especially now that the last surviving member of The Few (Group Captain John "Paddy" Hemingway) has now gone to join his comrades in the afterlife. Brilliant work, Philip, keep doing what you do! We must remember the brave men who fought on both sides of the conflict.

@sportsfan205 1 year ago

Some of the best work Ive seen.

@forrestrobin2712 1 year ago (edited)

I'd forgotten the Dornier "flying pencil", we built an Airfix one with my dad when I was a kid in the 70's. Haven't heard that term since then...
Pity dad is no longer with us. He was 16 in 1940 and was in the ATC. He joined the RAF in 1942 as soon as he was 18. He would have loved these videos. Thankyou Phillip.
"Lest we forget"...