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Churchill's War Lab Taylor Downing

Churchill's War Lab By Taylor Downing

Churchill's War Lab by Taylor Downing


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"Churchill's War Lab" reveals how Churchill's passion for military history, his unique leadership style, and his patronization of radical new ideas would lead to new technology and new tactics that would save lives and enable an Allied victory.

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Churchill's War Lab: Code-Breakers, Scientists, and the Mavericks Churchill LED to Victory by Taylor Downing

Indefatigable patriot, seasoned soldier, incomparable orator, and, with Franklin Delano Roosevelt, leader of men --Winston Churchill's greatness in the allies' triumphant victory in World War ii is undisputed. yet, of his many unique qualities, Churchill's enduring legacy is attributable at least in equal part to his unshakeable fascination for the science of war. Churchill's War Lab reveals how Churchill's passion for military history, his inimitable leadership style, and his dedicated support of radical ideas would lead to new technologies and tactics that would enable an allied victory. no war generated more incredible theories, technical advances, and scientific leaps. from the development of radar and the decoding brilliance of Bletchley Park to the study of the D-Day beaches and the use of bouncing bombs, Churchill's War Lab is an exciting new take on Churchill as a complex, powerful, and inventive war leader.

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Praise for "Churchill's War Lab"
"["Churchill's War Lab"] is a valuable addition to WWII history, to the history of modern technology, and of course to Churchilliana." -- "Booklist"

"Well-researched...It is a good overview of how a visionary leader must encourage and coordinate the talents of various personalities and organizations to achieve a common goal...Fast-paced and informative book." --"Library Journal"

"A vivid and fast- paced retelling of Churchill's remarkable career--from callow war correspondent to battle-hardened leader of men--takes centre stage." -- "Financial Times"


"A vivid and fast-paced retelling of Churchill''s remarkable career -- from callow correspondent to battle-hardened leader of men."---"Financial Times"

"A valuable addition to World War II history, to the history of modern technology, and of course to Churchilliana."---"Booklist "

"A vivid and fast-paced retelling of Churchill's remarkable career -- from callow correspondent to battle-hardened leader of men."---"Financial Times"

About Taylor Downing

Taylor Downing is an award-winning television producer and historian. He was educated at Cambridge and has been managing Director and Head of History at flashback television for many years. He is the author of the bestselling "Battle Stations" and "Cold War."

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CIN159020851XG
9781590208519
159020851X
Churchill's War Lab: Code-Breakers, Scientists, and the Mavericks Churchill LED to Victory by Taylor Downing
Used - Good
Paperback
Overlook Press
2012-08-07
397
N/A
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