Camel To Fokker: How The Airplane Transformed WW1 Warfare | Battle For The Skies

Before World War 1, Britain was overly reliant on their powerful navy for succeeding in warfare. But when the Wright Brothers developed the first airplane, they came to realise just how important aircraft could be on the battlefields. This episode of Battle For The Skies shows the evolution of aviation and the RAF's pivotal role in it, despite initial skepticism from military leaders. The RAF's contribution to World War I, including advancements in aircraft technology and tactics, ultimately led to its establishment as an independent air force in 1918, marking a significant milestone in military history.

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