The Double-Cross System: The Incredible True Story of How Nazi Spies Were Turned into Double Agents FROM THE PUBLISHER
The Double-Cross System is the amazing true story of how British intelligence penetrated and practically operated Nazi Germany's spy network within the British Isles. With great imagination, care and precise coordination, the British were able to identify Nazi agents, induce many to defect, and supply Germany completely false information about bombings, battles, and even the D-Day invasion.
Told by the man who himself masterminded the entire unbelievable four-and-a-half-year scheme, and filled with dazzling tidbits and extraordinary stories, The Double-Cross System is a testimony to Britain's skill in the fine art of counterespionage.
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The Double-Cross System is the amazing true story of how British intelligence penetrated and practically operated Nazi Germany's spy network within the British Isles. With great imagination, care and precise coordination, the British were able to identify Nazi agents, and induce many to defect, and supplied Germany completely false information about bombings, battles, and even the D-Day invasion.
Told by the man who himself masterminded the entire unbelievable four-and-a-half-year scheme, and filled with dazzling tidbits and extraordinary stories, The Double-Cross System is a testimony to Britain's skill in the fine art of counterespionage. Also included is an appendix listing each of the 120 double-cross agents and their tasks, a comprehensive index, and a glossary of military abbreviations.
FROM THE CRITICS
Newsweek
One of the most fascinating wartime tales of all.
Atlantic Monthly
Engrossing and authoritative.
New York Times Book Review
Superbly written....maintains an attractive balance between the heroism of the action and the cool tone of the telling.
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