'A. formation of bombers of the The situation early today indicated that the Germans were encountering improved British defence strategy before reaching London.
Intermittently the drone of German bomber engines, followed by brief, sharp salvoes of exploding bombs, could be heard in central London.
The German raiders were flying alone, or in small groups, and attempted to escape British anti-aircraft fire by cutting off their motors and gliding into the London area.
However, British searchlights quickly; picked up the German planes and anti-aircraft shells followed - them with deadly aim. by the Royal Air Force here last night. High-explosive and incendiary bombs scored hits, Returning from the raid, the formation was attacked by enemy fighters. One enemy fighter was shot down, while one British aircraft failed to
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