Prelude to Dunkirk, July 1939 to May 1940: Assignment to Catastrophe, Volume 1 is a historical account of the events leading up to the Dunkirk evacuation during World War II. The book is written by Edward L. Spears, a British soldier and politician who served as a liaison officer between the British and French armies during the war. The book covers the period from July 1939, when Spears was first assigned to France, to May 1940, when the German army invaded the country. It provides a detailed account of the political and ...
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Prelude to Dunkirk, July 1939 to May 1940: Assignment to Catastrophe, Volume 1 is a historical account of the events leading up to the Dunkirk evacuation during World War II. The book is written by Edward L. Spears, a British soldier and politician who served as a liaison officer between the British and French armies during the war. The book covers the period from July 1939, when Spears was first assigned to France, to May 1940, when the German army invaded the country. It provides a detailed account of the political and military situation in Europe during this time, including the failure of the appeasement policy and the outbreak of war. Spears describes his experiences as a liaison officer, working closely with French military leaders and witnessing firsthand the difficulties and challenges of coordinating the two armies. He also provides insights into the personalities and strategies of key figures such as Winston Churchill and General Charles de Gaulle. The book is based on Spears' personal diaries and other primary sources, and provides a unique perspective on the events leading up to the Dunkirk evacuation. It is the first volume in a two-part series, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of World War II.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.
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