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