Spanish Civil War - Condor Legion bombed the town of Guernica
Time: Monday Apr 26, 1937
Place: Guernica, Spain
Details: On 26 April, the Condor Legion bombed the town of Guernica, killing 200–300 and causing significant damage. The destruction had a significant effect on international opinion. The Basques retreated.
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