The sustained bombing campaign by Nazi Germany against London and other British cities between September 1940 and May 1941 during World War II. Short for “Blitzkrieg” (lightning war).
The Blitz
Example Sentences
"Many historic buildings were destroyed during the Blitz."
"My grandmother lived through the Blitz."
"Londoners sheltered in Tube stations during the Blitz."
Etymology & History
From German "Blitzkrieg" meaning "lightning war", referring to the swift and intense bombing raids.
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