Diary August 18, 1940

Do 17 shot down
This Dornier Do 17 bomber was a victim of that day.
Diary for Sunday, August 18, 1940:

Air War

Heavy raids on RAF bases and other targets in south and southeast England. 19 Ju 87 Stukas lost; 8 of 50 escorting Me 109Es also destroyed at cost of 4 Hurricanes and 2 Spitfires.
Losses: German, 62; British, 34.

Politics

Joint US-Canadian Defense Board established, to include both military and civilian members.

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