Even among other Spitfires, serial number RM747 has a combat history and a prolific service career. But there's a big twist ...
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Why American pilots flew the Spitfire

Before the United States fielded its own modern fighters in Europe, American pilots flew British Spitfires in combat. From ...
The Supermarine Spitfire first gained fame for its role defending England alongside other aircraft during the Battle of Britain in the summer of 1940. The Spitfire's pilots soared on distinctive ...