There were no Germans inside. There *were* plenty of monks and civilians inside, confident that the building wouldn’t be bombed because of its historical/religious significance. Shame on Freyberg
visited today. Whoa, a bucket lister of which I was not aware. The Basilica will uncage your eyeballs, as will the Polish Army Cemetary, the guys given the final push order.
There were no Germans inside. There *were* plenty of monks and civilians inside, confident that the building wouldn’t be bombed because of its historical/religious significance.
Shame on Freyberg
I heard this for the first time yesterday. I thought I knew my history on this subject.
This backfired spectacularly.
Love the way you are proud of this shame
It was NOT a military necessity. Shame for the allies!
I don't know who told you that, but yes it was, the Germans were dug in on the hills.
How sad
Not very, it was fully rebuilt by the monks after the war.
Shame on Cristian
visited today. Whoa, a bucket lister of which I was not aware. The Basilica will uncage your eyeballs, as will the Polish Army Cemetary, the guys given the final push order.
stupid strategy !
Most bombed building in history.
I recommend you to read Monte Cassino, a book written by Sven Hassel.