Ireland Was Neutral in World War II, so Why Did the Nazis Attack It?
Warfare History Network
History, Europe
An interesting story.
Key point: Berlin's bomber made some mistakes, but they likely also attacked Ireland on purpose too. Germany didn't want anyone thinking they could be too friendly to the Allies.
The south of Ireland, officially known as Eire and often referred to by many residing there as the “Free State,” declared its neutrality when World War II erupted suddenly in September 1939. The Irish would remain neutral throughout... Читать дальше...
