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Coventry Blitz

The Coventry Blitz was a series of devastating aerial bombings by the German Luftwaffe during World War II, primarily targeting Coventry, England, in November 1940. The attack aimed to weaken British industry and morale. The city suffered extensive destruction, including historic buildings and factories, with fires burning for days. The raid resulted in significant civilian casualties and left Coventry heavily damaged. It highlighted the brutal strategy of aerial warfare used during the war, illustrating the impact on urban populations and the importance of air defenses in wartime.