In the history of the aeroplane there is one aircraft that is fully deserving of the accolade ''legendary'' - the Super marine Spitfire. Against overwhelming odds in the Battle of Britain (July-October 1940),and taking part in major actions in every operational theatre in World War II, the Spitfire became a symbol of victory and was perceived by the public to be the RAF fighter. Boxer Gifts Story Of The Spitfire Book