Specially Employed: The Story Of British Aid To French Patriots Of The Resistance (SIGNED)
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Maurice Buckmaster
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Batchworth Press, 1952
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: Signed with inscription
Condition remarks: Green boards in good condition. Hinges cracked, a few loose pages.
This compelling historical account chronicles the covert operations and strategic assistance rendered by Great Britain to the French Resistance during the tumultuous years of World War II. Written by a central figure in these clandestine efforts, Specially Employed uncovers the intricate network of agents, supplies, and intelligence that bolstered the spirit and effectiveness of French patriots. The narrative details the daring missions and the profound impact of British aid on the ground, presenting a vivid picture of wartime espionage and resilience. It argues for the critical role of international cooperation in resisting occupation, illustrating the bravery and sacrifice on both sides of the English Channel. Readers gain an authoritative perspective on the challenges and triumphs faced by those who fought in the shadows for liberation.
Author: Maurice Buckmaster
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Batchworth Press, 1952
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: Signed with inscription
Condition remarks: Green boards in good condition. Hinges cracked, a few loose pages.
This compelling historical account chronicles the covert operations and strategic assistance rendered by Great Britain to the French Resistance during the tumultuous years of World War II. Written by a central figure in these clandestine efforts, Specially Employed uncovers the intricate network of agents, supplies, and intelligence that bolstered the spirit and effectiveness of French patriots. The narrative details the daring missions and the profound impact of British aid on the ground, presenting a vivid picture of wartime espionage and resilience. It argues for the critical role of international cooperation in resisting occupation, illustrating the bravery and sacrifice on both sides of the English Channel. Readers gain an authoritative perspective on the challenges and triumphs faced by those who fought in the shadows for liberation.