Precision Bombing vs. Area Bombing

Precision bombing and area bombing are two military strategies used in air warfare. Precision bombing focuses on accurately targeting specific military installations or enemy resources to minimize collateral damage and civilian casualties. The goal is to hit only the intended targets, like factories or command centers. In contrast, area bombing involves targeting broader geographical zones, aiming to destroy larger areas, often to demoralize the enemy or disrupt supply lines. This can result in significant civilian damage and casualties, as it accepts a higher risk to non-military targets for potential strategic gains.