During World War II, the Allies bombed French cities, including Caen, to break German defenses before D-Day. Military planners knew civilians would be killed, but believed destroying rail lines, factories, and troop positions was necessary to stop German reinforcements. The bombing caused heavy civilian casualties and widespread destruction, but helped ensure the success of the Normandy invasion. More World War II history, explained in shorts. #worldwar2 #ww2 #historytok #historyfacts #darkhisto