1940 in the United Kingdom

1940 English cricket season Football: England | Scotland 1940 in British radio 1940 in British television 1940 in British music Events from the year 1940 in the United Kingdom.

The year was dominated by Britain's involvement in the Second World War, which commenced in September the previous year, as well as the numerous enemy air raids on Britain and thousands of subsequent casualties.

Although the war continued, Britain did triumph in the Battle of Britain and Nazi Germany's invasion attempt did not take place.

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Child's ration book
Supermarine Spitfire , used by the RAF during the Battle of Britain
Western Desert campaign : Vickers light tanks Mk VI on patrol with 7th Armoured Division this summer
Coventry Cathedral after the Blitz