28th February 1941: RAF Fighter Command are mounting more offensive operations over enemy territory
Feb 28, 2026
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The Mark Vb Spitfire began joining operational Squadrons in February 1941. With a powerful Merlin engine, two cannon guns alongside four machine guns, and improved handling, this was a significant upgrade. Even though it was intended only as a stopgap measure, nearly 4,000 were produced, and it was the primary RAF fighter from 1941 to 1942.
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