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On 14 November 1940. Coventry was the target of a large raid by over 500 German bombers of Luftflotte 3. This raid destroyed many homes and historic buildings ,demolishing Coventry's Cathedral in the process.
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What happened to Coventry Cathedral in world war 2?
A bomb dropped on it.
What do Christians do in Coventry Cathedral?
Roman Catholic AnswerCoventry Cathedral was taken away from the Church by Henry VIII and used for his brand new Church - the "Church" of England, subsequently it was destroyed by the Germans during the bombing of World War II. A new "Cathedral" has been built by the Anglicans, it is not a Catholic Church.
Who started The Cross of Nails group?
The Cross of Nails was a result of the World War 2 destruction of Coventry, England. From within the ruins of Coventry Cathedral, a stonemason found three medieval nails that a local priest formed into a cross. It became Coventry's symbol of reconciliation rather than hate for the what the Germans had done. This led to the cathedral's Ministry of Peace and Reconciliation, which now provides spiritual and practical support in areas of conflict throughout the world.
Why was Coventry targeted during World War 2?
Coventry was (and still is) a major manufacturing centre in the heart of the English Midlands, producing large quantities of military hardware, e.g. guns of many types, tanks, vehicles and aircraft, and was thus a legitimate target during war. The near-total destruction of its cathedral was a tragedy, though perhaps not deliberately intended.
What happened in Coventry in World War 2?
Coventry was a major factory city which made cars, boats, and during the war fitted parts for planes. Germany didn't want the British Army and it's allies advancing so, they began to bomb the factories, and streets surrounding it. One of the worst things that happened was the Cathedral was bombed in. This lost many lives.
During World War 2 the cities of Coventry and Dresden were connected in what way?
During World War 2, Coventry in England and Dresden in Germany were connected in that both were subjected to devastating bombing raids that results in widespread destruction and the deaths of thousands of people.
Which English cities suffered the most during World War 2?
no cities were evacuated. Children living is some cities - especially (east) London were
When the cathedral was built?
it depends... which cathedral, there are a lot of cathedrals in the world!
Why did Germans bomb coventry?
Coventry was the major car manufacturing centre in Britain and during World War 2 it mainly produced military vehicles. By bombing it, Germany hoped to disrupt the manufacture of war materials.
What action happened during Woodrow Wilson's administration?
World War I happened during the Wilson Administration.
What two cities in the uk were bombed badly during world war 2?
Nearly every UK city was bombed during World War 2 but London and Coventry were probably destroyed the most.
What happened in the sea during 1914 and 1918?
World War one happened!
