CORSICAN COMMAND. A Dramatic First Hand Account of Clandestine Operations in the Western Mediterranean, 1943-1944

Language: English

Published by Published By Patrick Stephens Limited, Northamptonshire England, 1989

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Fiirst Edition. 8vo. ppiii + 224 + black and white photographs and maps. Black cloth hardcover in pictorial dust wrapper. A Fine copy. "Corsican Command" by Patrick Whinney offers a compelling first-hand account of covert operations in the Western Mediterranean during 1943-1944. This book provides a detailed narrative of clandestine missions undertaken by Allied forces against Axis powers, focusing on the strategic importance of Corsica. Whinney, drawing from his own experiences, describes the intricate planning, intense dangers, and critical battles that characterized these secretive efforts. The story captures the bravery and ingenuity of those involved in these high-risk operations, shedding light on a crucial but often overlooked aspect of World War II's Mediterranean theater.

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Title
CORSICAN COMMAND. A Dramatic First Hand Account of Clandestine Operations in the Western Mediterranean, 1943-1944
Author
WHINNEY, Patrick;
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Published By Patrick Stephens Limited, Northamptonshire England
Publication year
1989
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Dust Jacket Included
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Hardcover
Language
English
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185260090X
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9781852600907
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