Publisher's Synopsis
Fact-packed World War II book for teens & also adults - a must read!
35+ photographs to bring the stories to life!
Step into the shadowy world of secrets, sabotage, and courage with this thrilling exploration of the unsung heroes who shaped the course of history.
Meet the resistance fighters who defied occupation, the codebreakers who turned the tide of battle, and the secret agents who risking everything behind enemy lines, this book uncovers the extraordinary people who fought the war with wit, stealth, and bravery.
Through gripping stories, fascinating insights, and heart-pounding drama, discover how these invisible warriors outsmarted the enemy, and proved that sometimes, the most powerful weapon is the human spirit! We'll discover:
- How Alan Turing and his team cracked the German's 'unbreakable' Engima code.
- How breaking the Japanese JN-25 naval code had a decisive impact on the Battle of Midway in June 1942.
- The remarkable story of Virgina Hall, 'The Limping Lady', and her work with the SOE and OSS.
- The most brilliant double-agent in history, Juan Pujol, 'Garbo', and his crucial role in the success of D-Day.
- The courage of resistance fighters, and the part they played in defeating the Nazis.
- The story of Witold Pilecki, who allowed himself to be captured and sent to Auschwitz, so he could gather intelligence to alert the world of the horrors taking place there.
Look out for amazing facts throughout the book with some incredible extra insights:
❖ DID YOU KNOW
- Dilly Knox, an exceptional cryptanalyst, had an unusual working style...he deciphered coded messages in the bathtub!
- Some spies went to great lengths for their role. For instance, James Hutchison, a British SOE agent, underwent plastic surgery to disguise his appearance and evade detection by the Germans!
Perfect for history buffs, young adventurers, and anyone fascinated by the hidden stories behind the headlines, this book is your passport to the clandestine world of World War II's most daring operatives.
