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Remembering World War II: how the Allies fooled their enemies

Duping Nazi Germany during the Second World War

Remembering World War II: how the Allies fooled their enemies
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Paul Bernhardt
29/04/2025 18:00 ‧ 1 month ago | StarsInsider

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Some of history's most ingenious military deceptions took place during the Second World War. In fact, behind many of the well-known battles and campaigns fought out during the conflict are a number of exceptionally creative and resourceful ploys created by the Allies and designed to confuse and misinform the enemy. Indeed, these elaborate ruses helped defeat Nazi Germany. But which of these deserve special mention as truly hoodwinking Adolf Hitler?

Click through and discover the feints, hoaxes, and stunts that deceived the Third Reich.

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