World War II: Scotland Yard War Diary from 1939 to 1945

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The World War II: Scotland Yard War Diary spans 2,753 pages and consists of handwritten accounts detailing significant events related to the war within the jurisdiction of the London Metropolitan Police. The term “Scotland Yard” is commonly used to refer to the headquarters of the Metropolitan Police.

As the capital city of England and its most populous area, London became a primary target for the Luftwaffe, which was the aerial warfare branch of the German military during the war. The first major assault on London by the Luftwaffe occurred in September 1940, utilizing bombers to carry out devastating air raids. Additionally, throughout 1944 and 1945, London faced further attacks through Germany’s advanced weaponry, including the V-1 flying bombs and the V-2 ballistic missiles. By the conclusion of the war, it is estimated that around 30,000 residents of London lost their lives due to the relentless bombing campaigns conducted