Daring Missions of World War II

by William B. Breuer

Few World War II stories are more gripping than those fought behind enemy lines by spies, underground members and special forces. In this collection, the author brings to light largely unknown stories of behind the scenes bravery and covert activities that helped the Allies win critical victories both on the ground and in the air.

In historian William Breuer’s latest collection, he brings to light largely unknown stories of behind the scenes bravery and covert activities that helped the Allies win critical victories both on the ground and in the air. Here are more than seventy tales of espionage, sabotage, and derring-do, including thrilling accounts of “impossible” rescues, ingenious secret networks, and high-stakes U.S. Ranger missions within enemy territory.

Vivid, fast-paced, and dramatic, Daring Missions of World War II introduces you to the heroes and heroines who risked their lives for victory—and sometimes notoriety.

Genres: History, World War II, Nonfiction, War, Military History, Historical

238 pages, Hardcover

First published February 28, 2001

About the author

William B. Breuer landed with the first assault waves in Normandy on D-Day (June 6, 1944), then fought across Europe. Later, he founded a daily newspaper on a string in Rolla, Missouri, and after that, a highly successful public relations firm in St. Louis, Missouri. He had been writing books full time since 1982

Reviews

[Charlie]

Almost like a Readers Digest version of war stories --- in fact, it is. Many of the stories I'm sure have been made into movies. Good read.

[Ben]

Some really good stories about heroism on both sides of World War II. Recommend it if you are a big fan of history.

[Kent Archie]

Lots of short stories of amazing stories from WW2. The bravery, cleverness and dedication
of the people who fought against the Nazis is inspiring

[Nic]

An interesting and engaging collection of little known stories from WWII that you're unlikely to find anywhere else.

[Mahendranath Ramakrishnan]

Superb book. Always thrilling!

[Darren Sapp]

There are about twenty movies in these stories.

[Ruth]

so interesting!