Deceptive Tactics of Operation Fortitude in WWII

The chapter explores the intricate planning and implementation of Operation Fortitude, a crucial strategic deception operation preceding the D-Day invasion in World War II. It details the creation of a fake army, complete with elaborate ruses like inflatable tanks and dummy landing craft, aimed at misleading German intelligence. The chapter also highlights the strategic roles played by figures like Lieutenant Colonel Dudley Clark, General George S. Patton, and Supreme Commander Dwight D. Eisenhower in executing this deception plan effectively.