Churchill's Last Wartime Secret: The 1943 German Raid Airbrushed from History

During World War II, a new book challenges the belief that no German force set foot on British soil during the war. Churchill's Last Wartime Secret reveals the story of a mid-war seaborne enemy raid on an Isle of Wight radar station, using compelling and previously undisclosed first-hand evidence from Germany. The attack had significant symbolic significance in wartime history.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 30 October 2023
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd

For over seventy years, the United Kingdom has maintained the official stance that no German military force ever set foot on British soil during World War II, with the exception of the Channel Islands. However, a recent piece of research challenges this assertion by presenting evidence suggesting that a German seaborne enemy raid occurred on an Isle of Wight radar station during the mid-war period.

In his book, Churchill's Last Wartime Secret, author Andrew Roberts delves into the captivating story of this daring raid. He outlines the purpose and scope of the attack, the composition of the German force involved, and the subsequent efforts by Winston Churchill's wartime administration to keep it hidden from the public to maintain morale.

Roberts manages to uncover this secret despite the almost complete lack of official British archival documentation. Instead, he relies on compelling and previously undisclosed first-hand evidence from Germany to support his narrative and claims. This sets his book apart from other accounts of rumored seaborne enemy assaults on British soil during the 1939-45 conflict.

After examining the outcome and repercussions of this astonishing incident, it becomes clear that it holds significant symbolic importance in the annals of wartime history. The raid not only demonstrated the resilience and determination of the British people but also highlighted the vulnerability of vital military infrastructure. It serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made during the war and the importance of maintaining national security even in the face of adversity.

Churchill's Last Wartime Secret is a meticulously researched and compelling account of a forgotten chapter in history. It sheds new light on the complexities of the Second World War and challenges the prevailing narratives surrounding it. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, World War II, or the history of Britain during the war years.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399077705