Blitz — origin?
German word for lightning.
Blitzkrieg — meaning?
Lightning war, shortened to Blitz.
The Blitz — what?
Nazi bombing campaign against Britain.
When?
September 7, 1940 – May 11, 1941.
Luftwaffe targets?
Civilians, cities, strategic points, landmarks.
Goals — during Blitz?
Force Britain to surrender.
Protection measures?
Shelters, blackouts, warnings, wardens.
Air-raid warnings?
Alert and all clear signals.
Daily life impact?
Disrupted routines, poor sleep, fear.
Psychological effects?
Constant fear, stress, difficulty sleeping.
Casualties — figures?
60,000 killed; 87,000 injured.
Damage?
Heavy destruction in major cities.
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1. What does the German word "Blitz" mean in the wartime expression "Blitzkrieg"?
2. Why was the campaign later shortened to "the Blitz"?
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