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WW2: How Britain Ignored the Mother of All Secrets

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

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The Downfall of Overconfidence

This chapter examines a failed RAF bombing raid on the German fleet in World War II, emphasizing the dangers of underestimating enemy capabilities despite technological advancements. It reflects on British and German relations leading up to the conflict, illustrating the flaws in military intelligence and the escalating tensions between the Luftwaffe and the Royal Air Force.

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