As a tale of wartime intrigue and derring-do this is undoubtedly an enjoyable and informative read. Who couldn't help but be fascinated by the development of 'dazzle' paint for ships, stainless steel observation posts in the shape of trees, canvas tanks and bodies left with misleading information. But 'genius'? As innovation was strongly resisted by the British and both the French and the Russians were equally successful with concealment the claim does seem slightly excessive.
(Clive Yelf - bwl 55 Winter 2010 ) |
