Today marks the 80th anniversary of the March Bombings of Tallinn, Estonia, a tragic event during which up to 300 Russian aircraft devastated a quarter of the city overnight. The bombings targeted residential districts and cultural landmarks, resulting in the destruction of 20% of the capital city's buildings and the death of 800 people. The Soviet Air Force was responsible for this attack, and in retaliation, the Finnish Air Force bombed the airfields used by the Soviet planes. The incident is remembered as a significant moment in history, highlighting the destructive impact of warfare on urban centers and civilian populations. The March bombings are noted, and the ongoing situation in Ukraine is alluded to, indicating a historical pattern of aggression.
Who were they bombing and why, my friends? Nazis. https://t.co/g4doSPOJYG
Wild mask-off Baltic moment here. Who was, uh, occupying Tallinn in March 1944? Asking for a friend. https://t.co/ykpubozOt6 https://t.co/NyhrR5x3g6
Was something going on in 1944, or were they bombing Estonia for fun? Seeking clarity on this. https://t.co/JqYodfy3Mw
Today is the 80th anniversary of the March Bombings of Tallinn, Estonia by the Soviet Air Force 20% of the capital city’s buildings burned down to the ground and 800 people were killed The Finnish Air Force took revenge by quickly bombing the airfields used by the Soviet planes https://t.co/cS4lefD1Ho
Today, 80 years ago #Tallinn 🇪🇪 was devastated by the March bombings, which destroyed a quarter of the city overnight. Up to 300 Russian aircrafts were bombing us & their primary targets were residential districts & cultural landmarks. Russian playbook is the same today in 🇺🇦 🧵 https://t.co/kWNB5Pd2td