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Operation Jubilee
By Patrick Bishop
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Description
Operation Jubilee dives deep into the harrowing events of 18 August 1942, when Allied forces executed a daring assault on the German-held port of Dieppe. This meticulously researched account unveils the complexities of the operation, which aimed to capture vital installations and gather intelligence, all while facing the daunting odds of a well-fortified enemy.
The Plot
At the heart of Operation Jubilee lies the juxtaposition of ambition and reality, as the narrative explores the strategic planning and execution of one of the largest amphibious assaults since Gallipoli. Despite unprecedented air support and the involvement of key military figures such as Lord Mountbatten and General Montgomery, the operation was fraught with uncertainties from the outset. The book brings to life the voices of those who participated in the battle, with first-hand accounts that provide a visceral understanding of the chaos and bravery displayed on that fateful day.
Themes
- The complexities of military strategy
- The human experience of war
- The impact of leadership and decision-making
Through its detailed analysis and personal narratives, Operation Jubilee not only recounts a significant event in World War II but also serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by those who fought. Readers interested in military history may also find resonance with works such as The Longest Day by Cornelius Ryan or Band of Brothers by Stephen E. Ambrose.
“An exemplary account of this wartime fiasco” – Max Hastings, Sunday Times
Book details
- Author
- Patrick Bishop
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd
- Publication date
- Format
- Broché / couverture souple
- Pages
- 432
- ISBN-13
- 9780241985991
- Language
- English
- Genre
- Histoire militaire, Histoire moderne
- Dimensions
- 128 × 198 × 30 mm
- Weight
- 314 g
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