Description During the harrowing days of the Second World War, the Malta Police chronicled the tumultuous events of daily air raids by the Regia Aeronautica and the Luftwaffe. Preserved within the pages of this book are the air raid reports of 1942, meticulously detailing the destruction wrought upon the island. The reports compiled here offer a stark testament to Malta’s resilience in the face of imminent defeat. These historical documents, now safeguarded within the National Archives of Malta, bear witness to Malta’s darkest hours. Within their pages lie grim accounts of buildings reduced to rubble, civilians trapped beneath debris, and the sombre aftermath of bombings. Spanning over 2,000 air raid alerts, these reports offer a glimpse into the daily lives of ordinary citizens—men, women, and children—who endured the relentless onslaught. Through first-hand testimonies and supplementary material, the reader is transported back to a time of hardship and sacrifice. Through meticulous research and a dedication to historical accuracy, the author endeavours to honour the fortitude of the Maltese people during this critical chapter of their history.
