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The Forgotten Dead

The true story of Exercise Tiger, the disastrous rehearsal for D-Day

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256 pages

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Set against the backdrop of April 27, 1944, the narrative unfolds during Exercise Tiger, a crucial rehearsal for the D-Day landings. As German E-boats launch a surprise attack, the serene Devon coast transforms into a site of chaos and destruction. The story reveals the harrowing events of that night, where tales of explosions and frantic seaborne maneuvers emerge, highlighting the perilous stakes of preparing for the Utah Beach landings. The tension and urgency of wartime preparations are vividly captured in this gripping historical account.

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2018, paperback

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