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Deceitful spies save thousands in D-Day victory.

Recommended for history buffs who appreciate audacious espionage. This book exposes the fascinating true story of the Double Cross System - a team of double agents who deceived the Nazis into believing that the Allied invasion force would attack Calais and Norway, not Normandy. The bravery, treachery, greed, and inspiration of these unconventional warriors is revealed in detail, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in World War II history and espionage.

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Double Cross : The True Story of The D-Day Spies

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ISBN: 9781408885413
Estimated First-hand Retail Price: RM66.04 MYR
Authors: Ben Macintyre
Date of Publication: 1787-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History, Biographies & Memoirs
Related Topics: Historical, World War II, War, Biography
Goodreads rating: 3.97
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Six real British spies (one dies), plus fake national network, divert Nazis from 6 June 1944 so 150K Allied troops on the beaches of Normandy sustain lower than expected casualties. Double Cross includes handsome brilliant director "Tar", colorful MI5 handlers, Nazi counterparts. The nucleus was Wodehouse Wooster imitator Jebsen, Serbian playboy Popov, boastful nationalistic Polish Czerniawski, bisexual party-girl Elvira, García with diploma in chicken farming and volatile Lily, nearly their downfall after losing her dog Babs. Includes index, 32 pages photos.
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Deceitful spies save thousands in D-Day victory.

Recommended for history buffs who appreciate audacious espionage. This book exposes the fascinating true story of the Double Cross System - a team of double agents who deceived the Nazis into believing that the Allied invasion force would attack Calais and Norway, not Normandy. The bravery, treachery, greed, and inspiration of these unconventional warriors is revealed in detail, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in World War II history and espionage.