The Oss Norwegian Special Operations Group In World War Ii
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The Oss Norwegian Special Operations Group In World War Ii
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Author : Bruce Heimark
language : en
Publisher: Imprint Books
Release Date : 2002-08-30
The Oss Norwegian Special Operations Group In World War Ii written by Bruce Heimark and has been published by Imprint Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002-08-30 with History categories.
The Operational groups (OGs) are the unsung heros of the OSS and this story is about the Norwegian OGs who operated deep behind enemy lines in France, Norway, China and Indochina in World War II.
The Oss Norwegian Special Operations Group In World War Ii
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Author : Bruce H. Heimark
language : en
Publisher: Praeger
Release Date : 1994-10-26
The Oss Norwegian Special Operations Group In World War Ii written by Bruce H. Heimark and has been published by Praeger this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994-10-26 with History categories.
The Operational Groups (OGs) are the unsung heroes of the OSS, and this story is about the Norwegian OGs, who operated deep behind enemy lines in France in 1944, and in Norway, China, and Indochina in 1945. OGs were the Infantry of the OSS. They were uniformed military personnel designed as hard-hitting units trained to operate deep behind enemy lines to conduct sabotage upon Axis forces. The OGs were trained in parachuting, demolitions, weaponry, commando tactics, communications, amphibious warfare, and skiing.
Special Operations In Wwii
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Author : James Stejskal
language : en
Publisher: Casemate
Release Date : 2020-04-30
Special Operations In Wwii written by James Stejskal and has been published by Casemate this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-04-30 with History categories.
A brief history of secret British and American World War II organizations, their training, tools, successes, and their legacy. Winston Churchill famously instructed the head of the Special Operations Executive to “Set Europe ablaze!” Agents of both the British Special Operations Executive and the American Office of Strategic Services underwent rigorous training before making their way, undetected, into occupied Europe to do just that. Working alone or in small cells, often cooperating with local resistance groups, agents undertook missions behind enemy lines involving sabotage, subversion, organizing resistance groups and intelligence-gathering. SOE’s first notable success was the destruction of a power station in France, stopping work at a vital U-boat base. Later operations included the assassination of Himmler’s deputy Reinhard Heyrich and ending the Nazi atomic bomb program by destroying the heavy water plant at Vemork, Norway. OSS operatives established anti-Nazi resistance groups across Europe, and managed to smuggle operatives into Nazi Germany, including running one of the war’s most important spies, German diplomat Fritz Kolbe. All missions were incredibly dangerous and many agents were captured, tortured, and ultimately killed—the life expectancy of an SOE wireless operator in occupied France was just six weeks. In this short history, historian James Stejskal examines why these agencies were established, the training regime and ingenious tools developed to enable agents to undertake their missions, their operational successes, and their legacy.
No Moon As Witness
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Author : James Stejskal
language : en
Publisher: Casemate
Release Date : 2021-06-30
No Moon As Witness written by James Stejskal and has been published by Casemate this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-06-30 with History categories.
The creation and intense training regimens of the British Special Operations Executive and the American Office of Strategic Services leading into WWII. Winston Churchill famously instructed the head of the Special Operations Executive to “Set Europe ablaze!” Agents of both the British Special Operations Executive and the American Office of Strategic Services underwent rigorous training before making their way, undetected, into Occupied Europe. Working alone or in small cells, often cooperating with local resistance groups, agents undertook missions behind enemy lines involving sabotage, subversion, organizing resistance groups, and intelligence-gathering. The SOE’s notable successes included the destruction of a power station in France, the assassination of Himmler’s deputy Reinhard Heyrich, and ending the Nazi atomic bomb program by destroying the heavy water plant at Vemork, Norway. OSS operatives established anti-Nazi resistance groups across Europe, and managed to smuggle operatives into Nazi Germany, including running one of the war’s most important spies, German diplomat Fritz Kolbe. All of their missions were incredibly dangerous and many agents were captured, tortured, and ultimately killed—the life expectancy of an SOE wireless operator in occupied France was just six weeks. In No Moon as Witness, historian James Stejskal examines why these agencies were established, the training regime and ingenious tools developed to enable agents to undertake their missions, their operational successes, and their legacy. “The book is well organized and also an excellent read. It examines the close history of the SOE and OSS—and how they worked together . . . or not. In addition, the ‘tools of the trade’ chapter includes images and sketches that often do not appear in other books.” —SOF News
Operation Rype
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Author : Frode Lindgjerdet
language : en
Publisher: Casemate
Release Date : 2023-07-31
Operation Rype written by Frode Lindgjerdet and has been published by Casemate this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-07-31 with History categories.
The first complete history of the daring OSS sabotage operation launched to prevent German forces from reinforcing their defenses during World War II. To prevent German occupying forces in Norway from reinforcing their defenses during the final months of World War II, the Office of Strategic Services launched Operation Rype, with the mission of sabotaging the Nordland Railway in Mid-Norway. Rype was led by Major William E. Colby, later director of the CIA. After several delays, the Norwegian Special Operations Group (NORSO) dropped over the Snåsa mountains on the night of March 24. Out of eight B-24s, only three dropped on target. One dropped in Sweden, the remaining four returned to Britain. Two of the B-24s crashed, killing all but one of their crews. Reinforcement and resupply of the unit failed due to extreme Arctic conditions. Relying heavily on help from the Norwegian resistance, NORSO managed to sever the railway at two points. On both occasions, they withdrew with Germans hot on their tail. On May 2, a German patrol blundered into their camp, resulting in the killing of all of the Germans and one wounded Norwegian resistance fighter. Whether the Germans were killed in the ensuing firefight, or were executed later, has been hotly debated ever since. After the war ended, NORSO was allowed down from the mountains, but were sent on bogus missions by the British commanders in Trondheim. They eventually managed to get recognition for their contribution to victory. This new history of the operation is based on German, Norwegian, American and Swedish sources. It examines how the outcome of the operation was affected by the limitations of equipment in sub-Arctic conditions, and British-American rivalry and cooperation throughout the operation.
Office Of The Strategic Services Operational Groups In France During World War Ii July October 1944
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Author : Major John W. Shaver III
language : en
Publisher: Pickle Partners Publishing
Release Date : 2015-11-06
Office Of The Strategic Services Operational Groups In France During World War Ii July October 1944 written by Major John W. Shaver III and has been published by Pickle Partners Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-11-06 with History categories.
This study evaluates six Operational Groups which supported Allied operations in France during the period 31 July to 10 October 1944. The groups were composed of two officers and 15 enlisted men. They were trained to work behind enemy lines conducting sabotage and guerrilla activities. The conceptual developments of Operational Groups doctrine, recruitment, command and control, and training for these volunteers are first examined. The teams’ missions are then examined. The study concludes the concept for Operational Groups was sound, but they were not properly employed as strategic assets, thus not exploiting their capabilities to the fullest. Problems they experienced were mission orders, intelligence, command and control, and air delivery of special operations personnel. Studying their history is useful to today’s leaders and Special Forces as a means of evaluating special operations support to a theater.
Office Of Strategic Services 1942 45
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Author : Eugene Liptak
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2013-02-20
Office Of Strategic Services 1942 45 written by Eugene Liptak and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-02-20 with History categories.
The Office of Strategic Services, the forerunner of the CIA, was founded in 1942 by William 'Wild Bill' Donovan under the direction of President Roosevelt. Agents were enlisted from both the armed services and civilians to produce operational groups specialising in different foreign areas including Italy, Norway, Yugoslavia and China. In 1944 the number of men and women working in the service totalled nearly 13,500. This intriguing story of the origins and development of the American espionage forces covers all of the different departments involved, with a particular emphasis on the courageous teams operating in the field. The volume is illustrated with many photographs, including images from the film director John Ford who led the OSS Photographic Unit and parachuted into Burma in 1943.
Special Operations In Norway
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Author : Ian Herrington
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2019
Special Operations In Norway written by Ian Herrington and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019 with Electronic books categories.
"Between 1940 and 1945, Britain's Special Operations Executive (SOE) carried out sabotage and organised resistance across occupied Europe. Over 5 years, SOE sent over 500 agents into Norway to carry out a range of operations from sabotage and assassination to attempts to organise an underground guerrilla army. This book is the first multi-archival, international academic analysis of SOE's policy and operations in Norway and the influences that shaped them, challenging previous interpretations of the relationship between this organisation and both the Norwegian authorities and the Milorg resistance movement."--Bloomsbury Publishing.
Special Operations In Norway
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Author : Ian Herrington
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2019-04-04
Special Operations In Norway written by Ian Herrington and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-04-04 with History categories.
Between 1940 and 1945, Britain's Special Operations Executive (SOE) carried out sabotage and organised resistance across occupied Europe. Over 5 years, SOE sent over 500 agents into Norway to carry out a range of operations from sabotage and assassination to attempts to organise an underground guerrilla army. This book is the first multi-archival, international academic analysis of SOE's policy and operations in Norway and the influences that shaped them, challenging previous interpretations of the relationship between this organisation and both the Norwegian authorities and the Milorg resistance movement.
The Oss In World War Ii
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Author : Edward Hymoff
language : en
Publisher: Eagle Publishing Corporation
Release Date : 1986
The Oss In World War Ii written by Edward Hymoff and has been published by Eagle Publishing Corporation this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1986 with History categories.