Historical Events tagged with "guernica"
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Guernica Bombing by Nazi Germany and Italy
The town of Guernica, Spain, was subjected to devastating aerial bombardment by the German Condor Legion and the Italian Aviazione Legionaria during the Spanish Civil War. This coordinated attack occurred in support of Francisco Franco’s Nationalist forces against the Republic. Over several hours, the attack led to significant destruction of the town's infrastructure and a high civilian death toll. The bombing has since been immortalized in Pablo Picasso's famous mural, which depicts the horrors of war and has become a symbol of anti-war sentiment. The raid aimed to demoralize the Republican faction, demonstrating the potency of aerial warfare in modern conflicts.
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