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Battle of Britain Day

Today, on the 86th anniversary, we remember the Battle of Britain, fought over the skies of southern England between July and October 1940 during the Second World War.
The RAF (with members of Allied countries) fought the fighters and bombers of the German Luftwaffe for the very survival of Britain itself.

15 September 1940 was a day of extremely heavy aerial combat, when the pilots and aircrew managed to stall a seaborne invasion of southern England.

Thirty-five Australians participated in the Battle of Britain, and ten were killed in action. Our airmen were immortalised by British Prime Minister Winston Churchill in his powerful tribute to the men of Fighter Command when he said: "Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few."

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The Battle for Britain Day Commemoration Service will take place at the Cenotaph in Martin Place, Sydney, Today 15 September 2026 at 11am, and everyone is welcome to attend.

Lest we forget.
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Bill Lawry's journey is one of dedication, resilience, and family values.
As one of Australia's finest opening batsmen, Lawry played 67 Test matches between 1961 and 1971 and captained his country with determination and pride.
Known for his fearless defensive technique, unwavering concentration, and famous partnership with Bob Simpson, "Phantom" became a symbol of grit in Australian cricket. Beyond his playing days, he remained a cherished figure through his iconic commentary career, bringing the excitement of the game to generations of fans.



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