Driven by unprecedented times, scientists and engineers forged technological breakthroughs amidst the flames of war.

But to get to that point, Miles had to survive World War II; not an easy feat ... After joining up in 1939, Miles served in an anti-aircraft unit. However, he also spent time as a driving instructor.

This aircraft, the Fairey Battle, a British-made bomber, became known during the war as the “Flying Coffin,” and is remembered to this day by many World War II veterans by this ... of more than 1,000 ...