Which pivotal aerial conflict saw Britain defending its skies against German forces?

The Battle of Britain was a crucial turning point in World War II. In the summer and autumn of 1940, Nazi Germany planned to invade Britain, but first, they needed to gain control of the skies. The Luftwaffe, the German air force, launched a sustained aerial campaign against Britain, targeting airfields, radar stations, and eventually cities. The Royal Air Force (RAF), though outnumbered, fiercely defended British airspace. The battle involved intense dogfights and bombing raids. The resilience and bravery of the British pilots, many of whom were very young, along with the crucial support of ground crews and radar technology, ultimately led to a British victory. This victory was significant because it prevented the planned German invasion of Britain, codenamed Operation Sea Lion. Without air superiority, Germany couldn't successfully launch an amphibious assault. So, when you think of Britain defending its skies in a pivotal aerial conflict, the Battle of Britain is the defining moment. The other options are related to WWII, but don't represent the aerial conflict described. The Blitz was the bombing of British cities, D-Day was the Normandy landings, and the Dunkirk spirit refers to the evacuation of British soldiers from France.