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Dan Speaks with Alan Furst, “an heir to the tradition of Eric Ambler and Graham Greene” – Episode 3

Who’s Here in the Hamptons

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Dark Alliance: Covert Operations in WWII

This chapter explores the author's book 'Dark Alliance', which highlights the covert missions of the special operations executive during World War II, particularly their use of Lysander aircraft to infiltrate German-occupied France. It vividly portrays the collaboration between British agents and the French Resistance, discussing weapon drops and communication methods that were vital in the fight against Nazi occupation.

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