Churchill's Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare

Churchill's Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare uncovers one of the most riveting yet lesser-known stories of the Second World War. Set against the backdrop of a world on the brink of chaos, this book delves into the inception and operations of a unique top-secret organisation established in London during the spring of 1939. Its singular mission: to orchestrate the systematic destruction of Hitler's formidable war machine through ingenious and daring acts of sabotage.

The story revolves around six extraordinary men, handpicked by Winston Churchill for their unorthodox thinking and ruthless creativity. These individuals were anything but conventional soldiers. Among them was Cecil Clarke, a maverick engineer known for designing futuristic caravans in the 1930s, who was now applying his inventive genius to creating lethal devices, including the dirty bomb that assassinated Hitler's favourite, Reinhard Heydrich. Then there was William Fairbairn, a corpulent pensioner with an unparalleled expertise in silent assassination techniques, tasked with training guerrillas for perilous missions behind enemy lines.

Under the leadership of the suave and determined Scotsman Colin Gubbins, this elite team orchestrated some of the most sensational sabotage operations of the war. Their cunning and bravery disrupted enemy supply lines, destroyed critical infrastructure, and sowed chaos within Nazi ranks. The effectiveness of these six 'ministers', complemented by a formidable group of women who played crucial roles, was so profound that their efforts undeniably altered the course of the conflict.

With his characteristic flair for storytelling and meticulous research, Giles Milton brings to life these remarkable tales of covert operations and daring exploits. Churchill's Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare is based on newly discovered archival material, offering readers a fresh and detailed look at these unsung heroes. The book provides an enthralling narrative filled with moments of high-stakes adventure, ingenuity, and remarkable courage. This is perhaps one of the last great untold stories of the Second World War, now vividly brought to light for contemporary readers.