The Archive · 1940

Air Blitzkrieg Said Now Under Way Character Of Nazi Raids Show Recent Change

London, Aug. li.

The German air attacks of the past few days having assumed an ever-increasing momentum, many military Observers here contend that the Reich's "Air Blitzkrieg" has actually started.

Apparently, the German air force no longer confines itself to isolated attacks against single cities or ships, for enemy planes now undertake ce carted offensives directed against all vital points on the South coast of England.

Yesterday, German pursuit planes violently attacked balloon barrages which prevent any attacks by dive-bombers.

Observers here wonder whether the German air attacks will not prove a prelude to landing attempts on the coast of England, as might be inferred from the extensive preparations carried out by the German authorities on the other side of the Channel. Havas.

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