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The Deceivers: Allied Military Deception in the Second World War
The Deceivers Allied Military Deception in the Second World War Author:Thaddeus Holt “This scholarly yet entertaining magnum opus is the definitive account of all the stratagems used by the Allies against the Axis in World War II.”?Wall Street Journal Secret Codes, ciphers, strategic misdirection, and more: Deception was one of the most powerful weapons utilized by the Allies in World War... more » II. Here are all the amazing tricks and leaked misfortunes?many revealed for the first time?that helped lure the Axis powers into false, even dangerous, positions. The collection of incredible codes, surreptitious spies, and false battle plans is made all the more enjoyable by Thaddeus Holt’s masterful writing, as well as the accompanying photos. His novel-like storytelling includes many illuminating profiles of the war’s central figures and the roles they played in specific deceptive operations. 38 black-and-white illustrations« less