In the Shadows: The extraordinary men and women of the Intelligence Corps

The Intelligence Corps is a small, secretive element of the British Army that has existed since the early twentieth century. This book tells the stories of its courageous and ingenious figures who have operated all over the world, from the First World War to the present day. It pays tribute to them and shows why intelligence is essential for successful warfare.

Format: Hardback
Length: 464 pages
Publication date: 08 November 2022
Publisher: Biteback Publishing

The Intelligence Corps is a highly classified and covert branch of the British Army, with a rich history dating back to the early 20th century. Formally established in July 1940, it has been responsible for some of the most daring and innovative operations worldwide. In his book, Michael Ashcroft delves into the remarkable stories of these courageous individuals, who have served in various roles, from surveillance and communication analysis to overseas stakeouts and classified information retrieval. These individuals, drawn from diverse backgrounds, have combined their professional skills with unique thinking and leadership to support the Crown's objectives. The book pays homage to these remarkable individuals and emphasizes their critical role in ensuring the success of military operations, as famously stated by the 1st Duke of Marlborough.

The Intelligence Corps operates in secrecy and operates in various guises, from surveillance and communication analysis to overseas stakeouts and classified information retrieval. These individuals, drawn from diverse backgrounds, have combined their professional skills with unique thinking and leadership to support the Crown's objectives. The book pays homage to these remarkable individuals and emphasizes their critical role in ensuring the success of military operations, as famously stated by the 1st Duke of Marlborough.

Weight: 722g
Dimension: 163 x 242 x 42 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781785906688