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Myths and Legends of the Second World War (Paperback, New edition)
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As with the Great War, the Second World War gave rise to a rich
crop of legends, many of which persist in the public consciousness
even today. Some are well known, like the Dunkirk story, which
portrayed the disaster of 1940 as a victory. Others are more
obscure like the rumours of a German invasion attempt on the
beaches of Norfolk in 1940, a myth that resurfaced in 1992. There
are stories of the 'Manston Mutiny' during the Battle of Britain,
espionage myths that surround the sinking of the battleship Royal
Oak at Scapa Flow, the falsehood that no German spies in Britain
operated outside MI5's double-cross system, and the real story
behind 'the man who never was' (first revealed in 1996). Also
covered are the Rudolf Hess story, myths about the nature and true
effectiveness of the Resistance movements in Europe, and the true
extent of Hitler's belief in astrology and his quest for the Holy
Grail. Myths on land, sea and air are also discussed including the
'betrayal' at Dieppe, Nazi U-boat bases in Ireland. Weaving his
narrative around a wide range of contemporary documentary sources,
James Hayward presents an objective and rigorous analysis of the
main myths, legends and popular falsehoods of the Second World War.
The result is a new and refreshing perspective on the popular image
of the Second World War. Related title, Myths and Legends of the
First World War, 0750928654. HB ISBN 0750930470
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