In 1940 Britain faced its biggest threat since the Spanish Armada. Hitler's invasion plans were in full swing and Britain had to quickly assemble a secret resistance force. This compelling study reveals the intentions of both side, from Hitler's strategies for Operation Sea Lion and subsequent occupation, to Britain's secret plans for resistance. German decrees show that the occupation would have been severe, with mass deportation for all able-bodied men as well as widespread arrests, as revealed in the notorious Gestapo ...
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In 1940 Britain faced its biggest threat since the Spanish Armada. Hitler's invasion plans were in full swing and Britain had to quickly assemble a secret resistance force. This compelling study reveals the intentions of both side, from Hitler's strategies for Operation Sea Lion and subsequent occupation, to Britain's secret plans for resistance. German decrees show that the occupation would have been severe, with mass deportation for all able-bodied men as well as widespread arrests, as revealed in the notorious Gestapo Arrest List. In telling this story Lampe relates one of World War II's best kept secrets and offers insight into what would have been a brutal future.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 550grams, ISBN: 0304925195.
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Fair. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. xxiv, 171pp Note from editor to author on first page; editorial annotations and markings throughout [spine cocked; worn and used]
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Near Fine in Very Good jacket. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. 250pp incl index. Full dark gray cloth; touch of edge wear, else near fine. Past owner's name and address neatly stamped on front endpaper, else contents fine. A half-tone illus. Printed dj; slightly edge worn, spine ends lightly rubbed, else very good. What if the Germans had successfully invaded Great Britain during WWII? The British secretly planned ahead of time for that possibility: organized resistance through espionage, sabotage, assassination, etc.