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Boulton Paul Defiants of 264 Squadron at Kirton-in-Lindsey
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Boulton Paul Defiants of 264 Squadron at Kirton-in-Lindsey
Boulton Paul Defiants of 264 Squadron at Kirton-in-Lindsey during the summer of 1940. Including NI536. Date: 1940
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This evocative photograph captures the Boulton Paul Defiants of 264 Squadron, RAF, stationed at Kirton-in-Lindsey airfield during the summer of 1940. The Defiant Mk.I, a British two-seat night fighter and intruder bomber, was a significant addition to the Royal Air Force's arsenal during the early stages of World War II. The image showcases a line of Defiants, including the distinctive NI536, parked on the grassy airfield. The aircraft's unique design, with its open cockpits and large radial engines, is clearly visible against the backdrop of the cloudless summer sky. The Defiants, with their wing-mounted guns, were primarily used for night interception missions, making them an essential component of the RAF's defensive strategy against the German air raids. The serene scene belies the intense and perilous nature of the Defiants' role in the war. The squadron's pilots and aircrew, who are not present in the photograph, would have been preparing for their nightly sorties, flying into the darkness to engage the enemy. The summer of 1940 was a pivotal time in the war, with the Battle of Britain reaching its climax and the threat of invasion looming large. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of the RAF during this critical period, highlighting the courage and determination of the men and women who served in the skies above the United Kingdom.
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