Historical Events tagged with "aerialbombardment"
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Military & Warfare
Bombing of Bucharest Oil Refineries by Allies
April 4th, 1944 80 years ago
Anglo-American bombing raids targeted oil refineries in Bucharest, resulting in significant civilian casualties. The operation aimed to disrupt the Axis powers' fuel supply during World War II. This strategic air offensive occurred in a context of escalating warfare in Europe, where oil resources were critical for both military operations and industrial production. The raids not only targeted military objectives but also led to widespread destruction in urban areas.
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