Polen and the Overfall: Wieluń's Role in the Second World War
Sunday, 1 September 2024, 14:30
Polen: The Overfall and Its Consequences
The overfall on Polen in 1939, specifically on the town of Wieluń, marked a pivotal moment at the onset of the Second World War. As missiles rained down, impacting civilians and structures alike, Wieluń became a symbol of wartime devastation.
The Impact on Polen's History
- Wieluń was attacked at dawn on September 1, 1939.
- This event underscored the brutal tactics employed by the NS-Herrschaft.
- Polen’s strategic importance was recognized early in the war.
This tragic event in Polen's history serves as a reminder of the early casualties in a conflict that claimed millions of lives.
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