Introducing: D-Day: The Tide Turns - Episode 1
Real Dictators
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Intricate Deception Tactics of World War II
The chapter explores the elaborate deception tactics used by the Allies during World War II, including creating fake army groups with inflatable tanks and staging fake airfields to mislead the Germans. It delves into the role of influential figures like US General George S. Patton in the deception campaign and the use of actors to impersonate military leaders to confuse the enemy. Additionally, the chapter discusses the strategies of human intelligence (Hum-Int) employed by both sides and the challenges faced by spies in maintaining credibility and trustworthiness.
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