BBC Antiques Roadshow viewers were emotional during a special edition of the popular show this evening - with some fans unable to watch.
Tonight's episode of Antiques Roadshow was a special edition to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain and the Blitz, which took place between July and October in 1940.
Fiona Bruce presented the special edition which combined stories from all over the country with a special event filmed at Biggin Hill Airfield.
The episode told the story of a defining moment in Britain's war, through the people and objects who were there.
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The show began with presenter Fiona on board the iconic Supermarine Spitfire, flying over the Weald of Kent.
She described it as a "thrilling, overwhelming experience".
Throughout the rest of the episode, the Antiques Roadshow team uncovered the stories behind family mementos, including a scramble bell which got the pilots into the air, ops room models which tracked their every move and a steering column from a British fighter shot down in combat.
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Antiques Roadshow viewers were left emotional over the tribute.
They took to Twitter to share their thoughts.
Pauline said: "What a wonderful programme about #battleofbritain and #theblitz Amazing God Bless Them All."
Amanda said: "I appreciate this is educational for those that don’t know. For me it’s too emotional. [I'm] recording. Will watch when I’m feeling stronger."
Andy commented: "Amazing programme tonight, such bravery and humility from the Battle of Britain pilot, the ‘luck of the Irish’ re-uniting pilot and Hurricane control column. So much owed to those ‘few’."
Another viewer added: "I'm enjoying this #AntiquesRoadshow tonight."
*Antiques Roadshow airs on BBC One
