Aerial bombardment refers to the use of aircraft to drop bombs on targets from the sky. This military tactic has been employed in various conflicts to destroy enemy infrastructure, military installations, and civilian areas. It became prominent during World War I and was further developed in World War II, where it played a significant role in strategic warfare. The effectiveness of aerial bombardment depends on factors such as the type of aircraft used, the precision of the bombs, and the intelligence gathered about the target. Notable examples include the Dresden bombing and the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings, which had profound impacts on warfare and civilian populations.