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Which ports endured the heaviest wartime attacks?

London and Southampton are the nominated ports, with Hamburg close behind and aerial mining included among the attacks on British harbors.

Question

What were the most attacked ports during the Second World War?

Short answer

London and Southampton are nominated, with Hamburg a close third.

Notes

London and Southampton are the preferred answer because German forces repeatedly attacked them. Hamburg is placed close behind. Major British ports were persistent targets, and attacks included attempts to drop mines into their approaches.