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The documentary covers the events of March 21, 1945, when British bombers mistakenly attacked Shell House, the Gestapo's headquarters in Copenhagen. The intended target was the Gestapo's archives, which contained vital information about the Danish Resistance Movement. However, the operation turned disastrous when some bombs hit a nearby school in Frederiksberg, resulting in the deaths of 86 children and nearly 200 people overall. This incident marked the greatest loss of life on a single day during the Nazi occupation of Denmark.
Using accounts from Edward Sismore DSO, DFC, AFC, the Leading Navigator of the attack, along with insights from experts, eyewitnesses, and survivors, the film reconstructs the events leading to the bombing. It aims to uncover the mistakes made during this complex air strike and the tragic consequences that followed, providing a detailed examination of a significant yet often overlooked moment in World War II history.
Why Watch
- •Find out what went wrong in the Shell House raid.
- •See firsthand accounts from Edward Sismore and survivors.
- •Meet the victims of the tragic bombing in Frederiksberg.
Did You Know
•On March 21, 1945, British bombers mistakenly bombed a school.
•The attack resulted in the deaths of 86 children in Frederiksberg.
•Nearly 200 people died in total from the bombing on that day.
•This incident was the greatest loss of life during the Nazi occupation of Denmark.
Perfect For
World War II historyCopenhagen's wartime eventsMilitary aviation enthusiasts