During air raids, Britain implemented a series of defensive measures to protect its cities and population. The Royal Air Force (RAF) played a crucial role in intercepting enemy bombers using fighter aircraft, particularly during the Battle of Britain. Additionally, the British government established air raid precautions, including the construction of shelters, blackout regulations to obscure city lights, and public awareness campaigns on safety measures. These strategies collectively aimed to minimize casualties and maintain morale during the bombing campaigns.
Air raids on Britain by Germany mainly used Zeppelin airships, although in 1917, aeroplanes were used. Tthe raids generated fear amongst the civilian population and consumed more resources than the actual raids - more than 10,000 men were diverted to air defenses. Altogether 557 people were killed in air raids in Britain in approximately 100 raids.
A series of air raids is known as a Blitz.
Germany
The term for the German air raids during World War II is "Blitz." This term, short for "Blitzkrieg," refers to the intense and concentrated aerial bombardments, particularly against Britain from 1940 to 1941. The Blitz aimed to destroy infrastructure, weaken morale, and pave the way for potential invasion.
British civilian deaths during the second world war are estimated at between 60 000 and 70 000.
The "Blitz" .
Air raids on Britain by Germany mainly used Zeppelin airships, although in 1917, aeroplanes were used. Tthe raids generated fear amongst the civilian population and consumed more resources than the actual raids - more than 10,000 men were diverted to air defenses. Altogether 557 people were killed in air raids in Britain in approximately 100 raids.
The Battle of Britain during WWII
During the Battle of Britain, which lasted from July to October 1940, there were approximately 4,000 air raids conducted by the German Luftwaffe. These raids targeted key locations, including military installations and cities, as part of an effort to gain air superiority over Britain. The battle marked a significant turning point in World War II, as the Royal Air Force successfully defended against these attacks.
Britain was bombed via German/Italian air raids using the Luftwaffe and the Fiat BR.20 bombers
Who's air raids?
Air raids is a noun.
Royal Air Force... Defend Britain and support the troops
To protect and defend Britain and Protectorates.
In Britain they had many sirens to alert people to air raids.
Air raids were frequent in 1940 & 1941 & again by flying bombs, the V1 & V2 in 1944. There were no naval or amphibious raids. In WW1 there were Zeppelin (Airship) bombing raids on London & coastal towns
A series of air raids is known as a Blitz.