In 1940, Hitler embarked on a campaign of bombing raids on Britain that became known as:
Blitz
Blitz is from 'blitzkrieg' (or lightning war). Late in the afternoon of 7 September 1940, 364 German bombers attacked the English capital, escorted by 515 fighters. Many of the bombs aimed at the docks missed their target and fell on residential areas instead, resulting in the deaths of 436 Londoners and injuring a further 1666. The appearance of German bombers in the skies over London marked a tactical shift in Hitler's attempt to subdue Britain. While the Blitz was directed against numerous cities across the country, it began with the bombing of London for a total of 76 consecutive nights.
Blitz
Blitz is from 'blitzkrieg' (or lightning war). Late in the afternoon of 7 September 1940, 364 German bombers attacked the English capital, escorted by 515 fighters. Many of the bombs aimed at the docks missed their target and fell on residential areas instead, resulting in the deaths of 436 Londoners and injuring a further 1666. The appearance of German bombers in the skies over London marked a tactical shift in Hitler's attempt to subdue Britain. While the Blitz was directed against numerous cities across the country, it began with the bombing of London for a total of 76 consecutive nights.
