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Operation Heartbreak: The Man Who Never Was and the Secret Mission that Changed World War II

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Operation Heartbreak is a gripping and meticulously researched account of one of the most audacious and successful espionage deceptions in the history of warfare. In the lead-up to the D-Day invasion of Normandy, Allied intelligence hatched a daring plan to create a fictional British army unit and feed false information to the Germans, convincing them that the invasion would take place in Pas-de-Calais, hundreds of miles from the actual target.

At the heart of Operation Heartbreak is the story of Major William Martin, a brilliant but eccentric intelligence officer who was tasked with leading the deception. Martin was a master of disguise and a gifted linguist, and he created a meticulously detailed and believable military unit, known as the 4th Armored Brigade. Using a network of double agents, Martin fed the Germans a steady stream of false information about the brigade's movements and intentions, leading them to believe that it was poised to attack near Calais.

Operation Heartbreak and The Man Who Never Was: The Original Story of 'Operation Mincemeat' - Both Fact and Fiction - by the Men Who Were There

by Ewen Montagu

4.3 out of 5

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Operation Heartbreak: The Man Who Never Was And The Secret Mission That Changed World War II Operation Heartbreak And The Man Who Never Was: The Original Story Of Operation Mincemeat Both Fact And Fiction By The Men Who Were There

The deception was so successful that the Germans redeployed troops and resources to the Calais area, leaving the Normandy beaches relatively undefended. This gave the Allies a significant advantage on D-Day, and it is widely believed that Operation Heartbreak played a major role in the Allies' victory in the war.

In Operation Heartbreak, Ben Macintyre tells the story of this extraordinary deception in gripping detail. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, including interviews with surviving participants, Macintyre recreates the planning and execution of the operation, and the impact it had on the course of the war. He also explores the psychological toll that the deception took on Martin and his team, who lived for months in a world of lies and subterfuge.

Operation Heartbreak is a fascinating and thrilling account of one of the most audacious and successful intelligence operations in history. It is a story of deception, espionage, and the power of human ingenuity, and it is sure to captivate readers from beginning to end.

Key Features

Gripping and meticulously researched account of one of the most audacious and successful espionage deceptions in the history of warfare
The story of Major William Martin, a brilliant but eccentric intelligence officer who led the deception
Draws on a wealth of primary sources, including interviews with surviving participants
Explores the psychological toll that the deception took on Martin and his team
A fascinating and thrilling account of one of the most audacious and successful intelligence operations in history

Author Biography

Ben Macintyre is a British author, journalist, and historian. He is the author of several bestselling books, including A Spy Among Friends, The Englishman Who Loved China, and Operation Mincemeat. Macintyre's books have been translated into more than 30 languages and have won numerous awards, including the Costa Biography Award and the Orwell Prize.

Reviews

"Operation Heartbreak is a masterpiece of historical writing. Ben Macintyre has created a gripping and unforgettable account of one of the most audacious and successful espionage deceptions in history." - Antony Beevor, author of Stalingrad

"A thrilling and meticulously researched account of one of the most extraordinary intelligence operations of World War II. Ben Macintyre is a master storyteller, and he brings this incredible story to life with vivid detail and suspense." - Max Hastings, author of Armageddon

"Operation Heartbreak is a fascinating and important book. Ben Macintyre has done a superb job of telling the story of this extraordinary deception, and he has shed new light on the role that it played in the Allied victory in World War II." - David Reynolds, author of The Second World War

Operation Heartbreak and The Man Who Never Was: The Original Story of 'Operation Mincemeat' - Both Fact and Fiction - by the Men Who Were There

by Ewen Montagu

4.3 out of 5