The bombing of Dresden

The bombing of Dresden occurred in February 1945 during World War II, when Allied forces targeted the German city. They aimed to weaken Germany’s war effort and morale by dropping thousands of bombs, causing widespread destruction and fires. The attack resulted in significant civilian casualties and damage to historic buildings. It remains a controversial event, with debates about its military necessity and its impact on civilians. Overall, it was part of the broader Allied strategy to hasten the end of the war by crippling Germany’s infrastructure and resources.