18. Algiers (Battle of Algiers, 1956-1957)
During the Algerian War of Independence, Algiers became a battleground of street fighting, bombings, and relentless terror tactics. Civilians lived in constant fear as violence engulfed neighborhoods, creating a climate of extreme danger. The turmoil of these years was immortalized in the iconic film The Battle of Algiers, capturing the city’s descent into chaos.
