What was the air raid on Bari?
Q: What was the air raid on Bari?
A: The air raid on Bari was an air attack by German bombers on Allied forces and shipping in Bari, Italy during World War II.
Q: When did it occur?
A: It occurred on 2 December 1943.
Q: What type of aircraft were used in the attack?
A: 105 German Junkers Ju 88 bombers of Luftflotte 2 were used in the attack.
Q: How many ships were sunk as a result of the attack?
A: 27 cargo and transport ships and a schooner were sunk as a result of the attack.
Q: How long did the attack last?
A: The attack lasted one hour.
Q: Why is this event referred to as "Little Pearl Harbor"?
A: This event is referred to as "Little Pearl Harbor" because it destroyed the port, much like what happened at Pearl Harbor.
Q: What caused additional deaths beyond those from bombs and gunfire?
A: Mustard gas released from one of the cargo ships caused additional deaths beyond those from bombs and gunfire.
