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Target Corinth Canal 1940–1944 Hardcover – July 19, 2015

by Platon Alexiades (Author)
4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 11 ratings
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During the Second World War the Corinth Canal assumed an importance disproportionate to its size. It was the focus of numerous special Allied operations to prevent oil from the Black Sea reaching Italy, to delay the invasion of Crete and severing the vital German supply lines to Rommel’s Army in North Africa.

German airborne forces occupied the Canal to cut off the ANZAC retreat and Hitler needed the Canal kept open to maintain control of the Aegean Sea. Were this lost, he feared Turkey entering the War on the Allied side.

Target Corinth Canal unearths a treasure trove of facts on the little known operations by SOE and other special force units. Heroes such as Mike Cumberlege emerge from the pages of this splendid work of military history.
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  1. Print length
    288 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Pen and Sword Military
  4. Publication date
    July 19, 2015
  5. Dimensions
    6.5 x 1.25 x 9.75 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1473827566
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1473827561
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Platon Alexiades was born in Alexandria, Egypt before emigrating to Canada in his youth.

He has been an avid military and naval history researcher for over forty years. A frequent visitor of archives in several countries, his main focus is allied submarine operations of the Second World War. He has contributes to several books and websites such as uboat.net, warsailors and marinearchiv.

He is a computer consultant and lives in Montreal.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Pen and Sword Military (July 19, 2015)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 288 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1473827566
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1473827561
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.44 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.5 x 1.25 x 9.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 11 ratings

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E.G.KARELAS
5.0 out of 5 stars I also found fascinated the information about the sinking of HMS Triumph and very useful the list of the ships that crosssed Cor
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2015
The fascinated and till yesterday unknown facts and war actions that are related with the Corinth canal during WWII are researched in depth for the first time. But for a researcher the meaning of the canal for the ship movements through the canal is also extremely important... The strategy of a war is related....I also found fascinated the information about the sinking of HMS Triumph and very useful the list of the ships that crosssed Corinth Canal after the occupation of Greece
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Susan M.
1.0 out of 5 stars Nothing to See Here
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2023
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An uninteresting attempt to turn an insignificant, feeble effort by the SOE to block the Corinth Canal that doesn't rate a footnote in the history of World War II into a book.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Historical account of Canal.
Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2018
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The author's historical narration of political and military events surrounding Canal were detailed and enlightening to overall Mediterranean Campaign because it adds to this little written and under documented part of war.
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A J Field
3.0 out of 5 stars Worth skimming if one plans to visit the canal
Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2017
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Great background if one plans to visit the Corinth Canal.
Unfortunately the narrative is cluttered with too much information about the Allies unsuccessful attempts to block the canal during the early part of WW2 when Germany had invaded and controlled Greece.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A narrative unveiling untold tales behind the WWII strategic importance of the Corinth Canal.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 10, 2024
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I thought Target Corinth Canal: 1940-1944 by Platon Alexiades a groundbreaking account shedding light on the pivotal role of the Corinth Canal in World War II. With meticulous detail, Alexiades unveils the canal's significance in Allied and Axis strategies, revealing its disproportionate impact on the conflict. This well-researched narrative unveils untold tales of daring missions and unsung heroes such as Mike Cumberlege, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the untold stories of WWII. A page-turner in the genre which I thoroughly recommend.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Prima.
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Peter Caritato
5.0 out of 5 stars Une aventure extraordinaire.
Reviewed in France on May 30, 2015
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Le recit, tres bien ecrit, d'une des nombreuses operations secretes contre les Nazis. En se basant sur les archives militaires, l'auteur montre en detail, comment fonctionne le hasard et la chance, et les minces voies qu'elles laissent a l'heroisme humain.
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Mr Robert G J Hall
5.0 out of 5 stars Thoroughly researched.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 7, 2015
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As a student of this period and theatre of the war I found this work most informative. It is obviously deeply and thoroughly researched, with an excellent background story placing the operations in their proper context. It is also a reminder of the many small operations carried out by teams of dedicated men against what were often insurmountable difficulties. The tragic ending to this operation also serves as a reminder of the price paid by these brave and stalwart individuals. Platon Alexiades has done the Locksmith team proud in his research of their history. A positive addition to my library.
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