{"product_id":"soe-an-outline-history-of-the-special-operations-executive-1940-46-by-m-r-d-foot-by-m-r-d-foot","title":"Soe An Outline History Of The Special Operations Executive 1940-46 by M R D Foot by M R D Foot","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Georgia',serif;max-width:800px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.6;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;background:#004b23;color:#fff;font-size:14px;font-weight:bold;letter-spacing:1px;padding:10px 14px;border-radius:4px;margin:16px 0;\"\u003eFREE SHIPPING IN AUSTRALIA • Express Post option additional at checkout\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:22px;margin:0 0 4px;color:#000;\"\u003eSoe An Outline History Of The Special Operations Executive 1940-46 by M R D Foot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-style:italic;font-size:15px;color:#444;margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eBy M R D Foot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1px;color:#004b23;margin:0;\"\u003e1985 • Hardcover • British Broadcasting Corporation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:13px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:2px;color:#004b23;border-bottom:2px solid #d4af37;padding-bottom:6px;margin:20px 0 10px;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;color:#333;margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eSynopsys: \"SOE - an Outline History of the Special Operations Executive 1940-46\" by M R D Foot vividly captures the world of espionage and covert warfare conducted by the British during World War II. The Special Operations Executive (SOE), a secret British organization, performed sabotage and subversion tasks behind enemy lines. Foot meticulously lays out the formation, operations, accomplishments, and failures of SOE, shedding light on the secrete network of spies, saboteurs, and their brave exploits. He delves into the intricacies of these operations, emphasizing the courage, creativity, and tenacity of both male and female SOE agents. This book offers an enthralling read, underlining the interaction between politics, military strategy, and intelligence gathering that played crucial roles in the outcome of the war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:13px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:2px;color:#004b23;border-bottom:2px solid #d4af37;padding-bottom:6px;margin:20px 0 10px;\"\u003eSynopsis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;color:#333;margin:0 0 12px;line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e SOE: An Outline History Of The Special Operations Executive 1940-46\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor\/Publisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e M R D Foot, British Broadcasting Corporation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1985\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Illustrated Hardcover with Dust Jacket\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;color:#333;margin:0 0 10px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThis illuminating work by M R D Foot provides a comprehensive outline history of the Special Operations Executive (SOE), the clandestine British organisation established during the Second World War. Tasked with conducting espionage, sabotage, and reconnaissance in occupied territories, the SOE played a crucial, albeit largely secret, role in the Allied war effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;color:#333;margin:0 0 10px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eSpanning the critical years from its formation in 1940 through to its dissolution in 1946, the book delves into the complex operations and strategic importance of this unique group. Foot, a renowned historian of wartime intelligence, offers an authoritative account of the 'Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare', charting its efforts to 'set Europe ablaze' from behind enemy lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-size:14px;color:#333;line-height:1.6;margin:14px 0 10px;padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Genesis of Clandestine Warfare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore the formation and early challenges of the Special Operations Executive. This section details how the organisation was conceived and established, providing insight into its foundational principles and structure for covert operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperations Behind Enemy Lines:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discover the diverse range of missions undertaken by SOE agents. From training resistance movements to orchestrating daring acts of sabotage and intelligence gathering, the book outlines the perilous work performed across various European and Far Eastern theatres.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrategic Impact and Legacy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Understand the broader strategic contributions of the SOE to the Allied victory. The history assesses the effectiveness of its operations and its enduring legacy in the annals of special forces and covert intelligence, shaping future military doctrine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVisual Insights into Wartime Secrecy:\u003c\/strong\u003e The narrative is enhanced by illustrations, offering a unique visual dimension to the operations and personnel of the Special Operations Executive. These visuals help bring to life the often-secretive world of wartime espionage and its key players.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;color:#333;margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eAs a Second Edition from 1985, this volume remains a highly respected and sought-after account for enthusiasts of military history and intelligence studies. M R D Foot's expertise ensures a factual and engaging narrative, making it an essential addition for those interested in the untold stories of World War II's secret armies and their profound impact on the conflict.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:13px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:2px;color:#004b23;border-bottom:2px solid #d4af37;padding-bottom:6px;margin:20px 0 10px;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;margin:0;font-style:italic;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThis item has been professionally inspected and is in Acceptable condition. 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