Kassel's bomb night: Memories of a baker's boy from 1943

Kassel's bomb night: Memories of a baker's boy from 1943

The night from October 22nd to October 23, 1943 remains anchored in Kassel as one of the darkest chapters in city history. 81 years ago, a devastating bomb attack converted the city into a sea of fire and destruction. American and British bombers released their dangerous freight, which initially consisted of explosive bombs and then of fire bombs. In hell of explosions and flames, not only houses and shops, but also the hopes of people were placed in ruins.

Hans Wiegand, a six -year -old at the time, wrote down his urgent memories of this night, which shaped his childhood and that of his family forever. His father was on the front at the same time, and while the family was shocked and scared at night, Wiegand's father only learned about the radio who had met his homeland. The huge loss was unimaginable - many people died that night and the cityscape of Kassel should change forever. Wiegand and his family finally found refuge in Großalmerode, while Kassel in ruins was As reported .