Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain, Part 2

"Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain, Part 2" is the concluding segment of the fourth installment in Frank Capra’s "Why We Fight" series, produced in 1943 for the U.S. War Department and directed by Captain Anthony Veiller. This documentary continues the narrative of Britain’s solitary stand against Nazi Germany in 1940, focusing on the Luftwaffe’s intensified bombing campaign, particularly the Blitz, which targeted British cities and civilian morale after the initial assaults on RAF infrastructure. It details how the relentless night raids aimed to "crush the British spirit" by destroying homes, hospitals, and cultural landmarks, yet showcases Britain’s unyielding resistance led by the Royal Air Force (RAF). Through archival footage, animated sequences by Walt Disney Productions, and narration by Walter Huston, the film highlights the RAF’s strategic victories—such as the massive Luftwaffe defeat on September 15—and the resilience of the British people, who adapted to the destruction with makeshift shelters and unwavering determination. It concludes with Winston Churchill’s iconic tribute to "The Few," underscoring how Britain’s survival bought critical time for the Allies, reinforcing the film’s propaganda message of democratic triumph over tyranny for American troops.