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The Allied Bombing of German Cities in World War Two Was Unjustifiable

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Panel of MPs asked questions on the use of heavy bombs in World War II. Panel member Anthony Gormley said bombing civilian populations was 'barbaric' He added that those who made decision were convinced it would be effective. The Committee Against Night Bombing tried to persuade government and Royal Air Force not to bomb civilians, he says.

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