James Shelley Reihenfolge der Bücher

This book offers a unique perspective on the German involvement in the August 1942 Dieppe raid, an operation launched by Winston Churchill that turned into one of the Allies' most significant failures. Most of the 6,100 soldiers and marines sent by Lord Louis Mountbatten were either captured or killed, with only 2,211 of the 4,963 Canadians returning to England. In contrast, during the later Normandy campaign, the Canadian Army experienced fewer captures. By delving into the German experience, this meticulously researched work addresses previously overlooked operational questions. It examines the preparedness of Nazi forces for the Dieppe attack, the threat it posed to their defenses in mainland Europe, and the lessons learned by the Wehrmacht. The book also explores how the High Command applied these lessons in anticipation of the Allied invasion of 'Fortress Europe.' Additionally, it discusses Hitler's response to the Allies' failure to breach their defenses and how Goebbels' propaganda machine capitalized on the German victory, influencing public sentiment. Utilizing extensive German sources, the book provides a detailed analysis of the Wehrmacht's role in thwarting Operation JUBILEE, enriching the narrative of this poorly planned and inadequately resourced endeavor.