Dunning Clarke. Secret Soldiers: The Story of World War II's Heroic Army of Deception In this captivating book, author J. Dunning Clarke tells the story of the heroic army of deception that played a crucial role in the Allied victory during World War II. The book delves into the intricate details of how the Allies used deception tactics to mislead the Axis powers and ultimately lead to their downfall. From the creation of fake armies and divisions to the use of double agents and codebreakers, the Allies employed a wide range of deceptive strategies to gain an advantage over their enemies. The book begins with the formation of the British Twenty-First Army Group, which was responsible for planning and executing the majority of the deception operations. This group was led by General Frederick Morgan, who was tasked with developing a comprehensive plan to deceive the Germans about the location and strength of Allied forces. Through a series of cleverly crafted lies and misdirection, the Allies were able to convince the Germans that the D-Day invasion would take place at Pas-de-Calais, rather than Normandy. This diversion allowed the real invasion force to land at Normandy without being detected. One of the most fascinating aspects of the book is the description of the "bodyguard of lieutenants a group of young officers who were tasked with creating fake radio traffic to make it seem like the Allies were preparing to invade Germany through the Netherlands.

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