New Milton Town Bombing - Commemoration
Friday 23rd August
New Milton Memorial Clock (Opposite
Bradbeers)
11:00 a.m.
New Milton was bombed during World War II. The town experienced several
bombing raids, resulting in significant damage and loss of life. Here
are the notable incidents:
- August 23, 1940: A Heinkel 111 bomber dropped 24
bombs in a line from Old Milton Road across Station Road and into
Spencer Road. These included three 250lb bombs and 19 50lb
anti-personnel incendiaries. Twenty Five people were killed including
civilians and a soldier.
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August 8,
1942: Another bombing raid
occurred, resulting in one fatality.
-
January 22,
1943: During a “hit and run” raid,
a lone German aircraft flew over New Milton and dropped four bombs.
These events left a lasting impact on the town’s history, and they are
remembered as tragic moments during the war.
More information to follow
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