Publisher's Synopsis
""We Landed At Dawn"" is a non-fiction book written by A.B. Austin that tells the story of the Dieppe Raid, a disastrous military operation that took place during World War II. The book provides a detailed account of the planning and execution of the raid, which was intended to be a major Allied assault on German-occupied France. However, due to a series of errors and misjudgments, the raid ended in a catastrophic defeat, with heavy losses on both sides. The author draws on a wide range of sources, including official records, eyewitness accounts, and personal interviews, to provide a vivid and compelling narrative of the events leading up to the raid, as well as its aftermath. He explores the strategic and tactical considerations that shaped the planning of the operation, as well as the experiences of the soldiers and civilians caught up in the fighting. Throughout the book, Austin emphasizes the bravery and sacrifice of the Allied troops who took part in the raid, while also acknowledging the mistakes and shortcomings that contributed to its failure. He also examines the impact of the raid on the course of the war, and its significance as a lesson in military strategy and planning. Overall, ""We Landed At Dawn"" is a gripping and informative account of one of the most controversial and tragic episodes of World War II, and a testament to the courage and resilience of the men and women who fought and died in the service of their countries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.