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Max Hastings on On the Secret Mission to Defeat Hitler, Part One

Intelligence Squared

CHAPTER

The Power of Storytelling in War

This chapter explores the importance of storytelling in historical writing, particularly through the lens of World War II. It highlights individual experiences and contributions, like those of R.V. Jones and Dickie Mountbatten, that intertwine to create a broader narrative of military operations. By focusing on personal narratives within the strategic context, it reveals how these stories shaped public morale and influenced the war effort.

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