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Set against the backdrop of World War II, the narrative follows British counter-intelligence agent Ewen Montagu as he orchestrates a daring deception to mislead the Germans about Allied invasion plans. By utilizing a dead body disguised as a Royal Marine officer, complete with fabricated documents, Montagu successfully diverts German forces away from Sicily, creating a pivotal advantage for the Allies. This ingenious operation not only showcases the complexities of wartime espionage but also highlights the lengths taken to ensure victory.
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The Man Who Never Was, Ewen Montagu
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- 1953
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- Title
- The Man Who Never Was
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Ewen Montagu
- Publisher
- Evans
- Publisher
- 1953
- Format
- Hardcover
- Category
- Fiction
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- Set against the backdrop of World War II, the narrative follows British counter-intelligence agent Ewen Montagu as he orchestrates a daring deception to mislead the Germans about Allied invasion plans. By utilizing a dead body disguised as a Royal Marine officer, complete with fabricated documents, Montagu successfully diverts German forces away from Sicily, creating a pivotal advantage for the Allies. This ingenious operation not only showcases the complexities of wartime espionage but also highlights the lengths taken to ensure victory.