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Why did British citizens hide underground in London?

Assuming you're talking about during the war - the London tube system provided an ideal shelter from the bombings - as they were deep underground.


What word means the bombing of London?

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The Blitz or the London Blitz.


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How many nights did Germany's air force bomb London during world war 2?

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Who was bombing London and other cities in England?

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How much of London was destroyed during World War II?

During World War II, approximately one-third of London was destroyed by bombing raids.


Where did londoners go to escape bombings?

During German airstrikes in London during World War II, Londoners went down into the London subway system, called the "Underground" for protection against German bombs. This plan was actually successful, and many people survived the air raids. Children were routinely evacuated to country areas including Wales where the chances of bombing runs were minimal


What is the tube in World War 2?

The "Tube"is a British slang word for the London, England subway (underground) tunnels. These were used as temporary bomb shelters during German bombing or rocket attacks 1940-1945.


Why do you think people took shelter in subway during German bombing of London?

To try to avoid bomb blast, shrapnel, flying glass, falling buildings, etc. The Germans did the same later during the Allied bombings of Berlin and other cities.


What event most likely had the biggest impact on German citizens on the home front?

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