
A History of the Battle of Britain Fighter Association
A History of the Battle of Britain Fighter Association Commemorating the Few Author:Geoff Simpson Language:English Format:Softcover Dimensions:6" x 9.25" Pages:192 Photos:32 black and white illustrations Publisher:Pen and Sword Aviation ISBN:9781526765192 Item No. 9781526765192 In 1945 it was announced that Allied airmen who had taken part in the Battle of Britain in 1940 would be entitled to the “immediate” award of the 1939-1945 Star, with Battle of Britain Clasp. This was the only Clasp awarded with the 1939-1945 Star. In the following years holders of the Clasp held informal get-togethers. In 1958 the Battle of Britain Fighter Association (BBFA) was formed, with full membership only available to holders of the Battle of Britain Clasp. Lord Dowding was the first President. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother became Patron. That post is now held by HRH The Prince of Wales. As well as organising reunio