Operation Jericho

Operation Jericho was a World War II Allied bombing raid conducted on February 18, 1944, targeting the walls of the Amiens prison in France. Its goal was to breach the prison walls to allow members of the French Resistance and Allied prisoners to escape, disrupting German troop movements and gathering intelligence. The operation used precise bomber tactics to minimize civilian casualties and damage while achieving its military and strategic objectives. It is notable for its daring approach and its role in boosting Allied morale and aiding resistance efforts ahead of the D-Day invasion.