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bombing



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Asked how long the bombing campaign could last, he told reporters: "I don’t think too long."

From Barron's Sep. 3, 2026

Maybe it was the audience’s silent reaction to the dancer bombing.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 3, 2026

In World War II, the U.S.’s massive industrial base was crucial for victory, as was U.S.-U.K. bombing of Nazi Germany’s industries.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 1, 2026

A Libyan who was cleared after standing trial over the Lockerbie bombing is reported to have died aged 70.

From BBC Aug. 26, 2026

To make matters worse, one night after a bombing mission, their aircraft got stuck at their intermediate airfield without food and low on fuel.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein




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