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Hugh Dowding (Noun)

Meaning

British marshal of the RAF who commanded the British air defense forces that defeated the Luftwaffe during the Battle of Britain (1882-1970).

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • Hugh Dowding played a crucial role in the Battle of Britain as the commander of the RAF Fighter Command.
  • Air Chief Marshal Hugh Dowding was relieved of his command shortly after the Battle of Britain, sparking widespread controversy.
  • Hugh Dowding's leadership is often credited as a significant factor in the British victory over the Luftwaffe during the Battle of Britain.
  • Hugh Dowding was promoted to Air Chief Marshal in June 1936 and retired from the RAF with that rank in 1943.
  • Hugh Dowding and Winston Churchill disagreed on a variety of issues, contributing to Dowding's eventual removal from command of the RAF Fighter Command.

Synonyms

  • Dowdy
  • Dowding
  • Baron Hugh Caswall Tremenheere Dowding
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