On This Day: World War II: Rotterdam, Netherlands is bombed by the Luftwaffe of Nazi Germany... (1940)
On May 14, 1940: World War II: Rotterdam, Netherlands is bombed by the Luftwaffe of Nazi Germany despite a ceasefire, killing about 900 people and destroying the historic city center.
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of peace in a broken world. Consider using it when preaching about peace.
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