Churchill's Secret Warriors
Now a major Guy Ritchie film: THE MINISTRY OF UNGENTLEMANLY WARFARE
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Quercus Publishing
Published:4th Jun '15
Should be back in stock very soon

This compelling narrative reveals the daring missions of a secret unit in World War II. Churchill's Secret Warriors showcases their bravery and innovative tactics.
In the aftermath of defeat in Europe during the winter of 1939, Winston Churchill recognized the urgent need for a strategic shift in warfare. He called upon a group of unconventional thinkers to form a new kind of military force, one that would operate in secrecy and defy traditional combat rules. This band of 'deniable' operatives, often referred to as 'freelance pirates,' was tasked with executing dangerous missions behind enemy lines, armed only with the promise of glory and the likelihood of death. Churchill's Secret Warriors vividly captures this pivotal moment in history.
Master storyteller Damien Lewis meticulously chronicles the exploits of these brave soldiers, illustrating their camaraderie and courage as they undertook perilous operations against the Nazis. The narrative unfolds from the unit's inception, detailing their audacious tactics and the innovative approach that set them apart from conventional forces. The soldiers often donned enemy uniforms and utilized captured equipment, blurring the lines of warfare and showcasing their resourcefulness.
As the story progresses, readers are introduced to the personal sacrifices and heroic feats of the soldiers, culminating in the poignant loss of their leader just weeks before the war's end. Churchill's Secret Warriors serves not only as a tribute to these remarkable individuals but also as a reminder of the extraordinary lengths to which they went to fight for their country in its darkest hours.
One of the most extraordinary stories of World War II is also one of the least commonly known ... compelling ... an eloquent and welcome tribute to their selfless, sometimes reckless courage - a howitzer of a tale that more people should know about -- Brian Viner * Daily Mail *
ISBN: 9781848668553
Dimensions: 198mm x 140mm x 27mm
Weight: 301g
416 pages