Synopsis

When World War II began, American and British military aircraft lagged far behind those of Germany and Japan, whose technology seemed undeniably advanced. Yet, the brilliance and resourcefulness of innovators on both sides of the Atlantic gradually narrowed that divide. In America, a few forward-thinking individuals and their teams spearheaded the effort; in Great Britain, a spirit of creativity and careful consideration permeated leadership at every level. Now, we explore the largely unknown st