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Why did the British plan and carry out attacks on civilian areas of German cities?
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Name for german bombing raids on british cities?
The Blitz - short for blitzkrieg - German for lightning strike.
Why were British cities bombed in World War II?
The Germans bombed British cities in WWI with blimps. They did the same thing in WWII with airplanes. The German thought if they bombed England, the British would surrender. The British did not surrender and bombed Germany (along with USA bomber planes) in retaliation.
Where did Britain and Germany fight?
The Battle of Britain was a strategically important battle, the outcome of which would determine whether or not there would be a Nazi invasion of the British Isles. Britain was successful in holding off the German Luftwaffe (Air Force), though at a great cost to her cities and civilian population.
Why did Hitler order a shift in strategy after the Luftwaffe began bombing British cities?
Hitler realized that an invasion of Britain could succeed if Germany gained control of the air. In the beginning of August 1940, the Luftwaffe -the German air force- launched a major offensive attack. The British fought back wit determination. They were supported by an effective radar system that gave them early warning of German attacks. In September, in retaliation for a British attack on Berlin, Hitler ordered a shift in strategy. Instead of bombing military bases, the Luftwaffe began massive bombing of British cities. Hitler hoped in this way he would be able to break British morale. Instead, because military targets were not being hit, the British were able to rebuild their air strength. Soon, the British air force was conflicting major losses on Luftwaffe bombing. At the end of September, Hitler postponed the invasion of Britain indefinitely.
Does World War 2 have the most civilian casualties?
Yes. It was the first war where civilians were targeted. The number of combatant countries that could attack each other's cities added to the civilian devasation.
Did German attacks on Britain strengthen Britain's resistance?
Yes, German attacks on the cities and Churchill's patriotic rallying speeches strengthened the resolve of British civilians.
What did the British government fear might happen to British cities in World War 2 and why?
TheGerman Lufftewafft was dominating until they screwed up and targeted civilian centers, the british airforce fought back and saved themselfs from a naval invasion. also the German u- baots cut off supply lines
What was the results of British attacks on American cities?
People died.
Which three Russian cities held out against fierce German attacks to stop the German advance?
leningrad, moscow, Stalingrad
What was the German bombing the British cities called?
The German air war against the British during WW II was called the the Battle of Britain. The German bombing of British cities was called The Blitz - short for Blitzkrieg (lightning strike).
Why did people disagree with the bombing of German cities?
Bombing the German cities was killing civilians. Many people believed this was wrong and that aerial attacks should be targeted at industrial and military facilities.
Name for german bombing raids on british cities?
The Blitz - short for blitzkrieg - German for lightning strike.
What weapon did British use to to strike fear in the Germans?
Lancaster heavy bombers created firestorms in German cities with concentrated incendiary bombs. These bombing attacks caused significant loss of life. Additionally, the British Spitfires and Hurricane fighters were a potent weapon in the Battle of Britain.
Was the bombing of British cities effective in lowing civilian morale in World War 2?
No. The British had too much will to fight and resist. No matter what the Nazi's did they could not break the English.
Why did America bombard the German civilian population?
AnswerThey didn't have a choice. Germany's factories and targets of military importance were sometimes located in major cities and civilian casulties were unavoidable. There were no "smartbombs" then.AnswerThere was also a lot of indiscriminate bombing of urban areas.
Why did the British Government evacuate the children from Britain's major cities?
To keep them safe from German bombing or chemical attack.
Why were British cities bombed in World War II?
The Germans bombed British cities in WWI with blimps. They did the same thing in WWII with airplanes. The German thought if they bombed England, the British would surrender. The British did not surrender and bombed Germany (along with USA bomber planes) in retaliation.
