Effects of World War II on Kiel
Before the war
Kiel was of high importance because:Base of the navy
Extremity of Kiel Canal
Location of dockyards
Poulation of 261 000
During the war
90 air strikes
44 000 demolition bombs
900 blockbusters
500 000 firebombs
After the war
ca. 3000 dead civilian
More than 5000 injured
Population of 143 000
40% of buildings destroyed
40% of buildings damaged
only 20% undamaged