House of Commons of the United Kingdom

Historical eventMay 101941

House of Commons of the United Kingdom

World War II: The House of Commons in London is damaged by the Luftwaffe in an air raid.

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When
Saturday, May 10 194185 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
20th century · 1940s
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Dates: From 1941.

What happened

World War II: The House of Commons in London is damaged by the Luftwaffe in an air raid.

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May 10 1941 — 85 years ago, on a Saturday.

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