On This Day: World War II: United States Army Air Forces bomber aircraft accidentally cause... (1943)

On April 5, 1943: World War II: United States Army Air Forces bomber aircraft accidentally cause more than 900 civilian deaths, including 209 children, and 1,300 wounded among the civilian population of the Belgian town of Mortsel. Their target was the Erla factory 1 kilometre (0.62 mi) from the residential area hit.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.