Captains without Eyes: Intelligence Failures in World War II [Sep 01, 1970] Kirkpatrick, Lyman B.
Language: English
Published by Hart-Davis, 1970
- Hardcover
- Used
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Condition: Used - Good
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"This controversial and unprecedented book by the former Executive Director of the CIA reveals the alarming truth behind the most critical intelligence failures of World War II. Captains Without Eyes focuses on five key battles of the Second World War - and the mistakes on both sides that changed the course of history. The inside story of the German invasion of Russia, the Japanese attack on Pearl Habour, Allied catastrophes at Dieppe and Arnhem, the Battle of the Bulge: all major conflicts, and each one a disaster of military intelligence."A synopsis of the intelligence failures of the Second World War in certain battles for both Axis and Allied Powers.Ex military Library stock so expect to see light wear and possible markings and annotations in the text. Dust-jacket in acceptable to good condition. Light to moderate wear, occasional paper nip. Binder in good to very good condition. Light wear. Edges clean and sharp. Boards robust and fairly bright. Sound hinge movement. Quick flickthrough of text shows few marks other than initial library stamp. Overall good condition. 1969 edition Many thanks for looking and supporting independents.…
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- Title
- Captains without Eyes: Intelligence Failures in World War II [Sep 01, 1970] Kirkpatrick, Lyman B.
- Author
- Kirkpatrick, Lyman B.
- Publisher
- Hart-Davis
- Publication year
- 1970
- Condition
- Good
- Dust jacket
- Dust Jacket Included
- Binding
- Unknown binding
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 024664009X
- ISBN 13
- 9780246640093
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