What major event led to the near-complete destruction of Rotterdam's city center?
Great Fire of Rotterdam
World War II Rotterdam Blitz
Earthquake of 1953
Flood of 1916
Answer
The World War II Rotterdam Blitz, a German bombing campaign in May 1940, led to the near-complete destruction of Rotterdam's city center. The city has since been rebuilt, featuring a mix of historic and modern architecture.
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