IWM Duxford | Battle of Britain Operations Room Tour
During the Second World War, Duxford was a designated 'Sector Station' as it also controlled other fighter bases. All Fighter Command Squadrons that came under Duxford's control were run from the Duxford Sector Operations Room and we are proud that this room is open for the public to see.
On your tour, your expert guide will explain to you how we knew the location and size of incoming German raids and how we allocated fighters to intercept them. You will learn about how the 'Dowding System' of air defence worked, hear about the Duxford 'Big Wing' and learn about some of the characters for whom Duxford was home during the Battle of Britain. Young men like Sqn Leader Brian Lane DFC, George Cecil "Grumpy" Unwin, DSO, DFM & Bar, Group Captain Alfred "Woody" Woodhall OBE, and Group Captain Sir Douglas Bader, CBE, DSO & Bar, DFC & Bar. A memorable tour, not to be missed.
Please note this event does not include entry to IWM Duxford; you will also need to book an IWM Duxford ticket for the date of your booking.
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During the Second World War, Duxford was a designated 'Sector Station' as it also controlled other fighter bases. All Fighter Command Squadrons that came under Duxford's control were run from the Duxford Sector Operations Room and we are proud that this room is open for the public to see.
On your tour, your expert guide will explain to you how we knew the location and size of incoming German raids and how we allocated fighters to intercept them. You will learn about how the 'Dowding System' of air defence worked, hear about the Duxford 'Big Wing' and learn about some of the characters for whom Duxford was home during the Battle of Britain. Young men like Sqn Leader Brian Lane DFC, George Cecil "Grumpy" Unwin, DSO, DFM & Bar, Group Captain Alfred "Woody" Woodhall OBE, and Group Captain Sir Douglas Bader, CBE, DSO & Bar, DFC & Bar. A memorable tour, not to be missed.
Please note this event does not include entry to IWM Duxford; you will also need to book an IWM Duxford ticket for the date of your booking.
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