Combat Dealers

At Biggin Hill in south‑east London, military equipment collector Bruce Crompton inspects a haul of Second World War Spitfires assembled by a fellow collector. The visit gives him a close‑up view of the historic Spitfire aircraft displayed on the airfield.

The programme titled Battle of Britain is presented as a single episode within a broader series. It falls under the genre of a historical documentary, concentrating on a specific slice of the Second World War. The format is that of a television programme rather than a feature film or a multi‑part series. In this episode, the camera follows military equipment collector Bruce Crompton as he inspects a remarkable collection of wartime aircraft. Crompton is shown examining a haul of Second World War Spitfires that have been assembled by another enthusiast. The focus remains on his reaction to the planes and the details he observes. The setting for the visit is Biggin Hill, a historic airfield situated in south‑east London. This location, long associated with aerial combat during the war, provides an authentic backdrop for the display of the Spitfires. The episode captures the atmosphere of the airfield, underscoring its connection to the aircraft on show. Throughout the segment, Crompton’s expertise as a collector of military hardware is evident. He moves among the Spitfires, noting their condition and historical significance, while the programme offers viewers a close‑up look at these iconic fighters without straying beyond the presented material.