invasion stripes
English
Noun
invasion stripes pl (plural only)
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A preserved Supermarine Spitfire bearing invasion stripes
- (historical, aviation) A series of alternating black and white stripes painted on the fuselages and wings of Allied aircraft, for the purpose of increased recognition by friendly forces, prior to the invasion of western Europe on D-Day.