Yes, Germany used both (at least in World War 1 - zeppelins were phased out of military use before World War 2).
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yes, the use of airships by the Germans increased. Zeppelins began attacking London. They were also used for naval reconnaissance, to attack London and smaller balloons were used for reconnaissance along the Western Front. They were only stopped when the introduction of aeroplanes shot them down.
Yes, there were a number of Zepplin bombing raids on England during the war.
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Germany bombed London in the Battle of Britain and captured the city of London. The citizens of London didn't get free until the Allies freed them when they came on to the shores of Normandy, France on D-day. What rubbish!! London was never captured at any time during WW2, although it was certainly very heavily bombed, causing widespread destruction and many civilian casualties. But the citizens showed a fighting spirit and took all this in their stride. Incidentally, the "City of London" is just the square mile of the financial district, and it was other areas of the capital which suffered most from the bombing.
It was believed that upon declaration of war, Germany would endeavour to bomb London. With their superior numbers, it was possible, so measures were taken to evacuate London children to other parts of the country. For some, this was an enriching experience, for others it was entry into virtual slavery.