Martin King, military historian, author of The Tigers of Bastogne It’s apparent that Rick Beyer and Elizabeth Sayles enjoy the subject with a level of dedication and passion that warms the hearts of irascible military historians such as me. ' The Ghost Army of World War II is a veritable hive of fascinating information based on sound research. Libby O'Connel, Ph.D., Chief Historian, the History Channel, author of The American Plate: A Culinary Hstory in 100 Bites. This book is a well-crafted account of the amazing combination of shenanigans and tremendous courage that characterized the Twenty Third Headquarters Specal Troops.' I knew about the efforts to distract the Nazis with a buildup of fake armaments in Britain prior to D-Day, but I never knew about the multi- talented GIs who continued this “magic show” in Europe. Plus, the original art is superb, and frequently humorous. And audacious is the right word for this daring side show that protected Patton’s flank and other American soldiers. The well-paced narrative belies the substantial research behind this unusual story, of the top-secret unit that “deceived the enemy with inflatable tanks, sound effects, and other audacious fakery”. 'Rick Beyer and Elizabeth Sayles’ The Ghost Army of World War II is a fascinating read, and a fun one as well. Suzanne Brockman, New York Times Bestselling Author And likewise, every WWII history buff will want to have it on their keeper shelves to read again and again. An important book - every school and public library should add this to their collection. I t is also an astonishingly complete visual record of the American GI’s experience from training to deployment in the European Theatre during the Second World War. A beautiful and wildly entertaining book that captures the spirit of the courageous and innovative men of the Ghost Army. 'Five very big stars to The Ghost Army of World War II, by Rick Beyer and Elizabeth Sayles. “Nick” Mueller, PhD, President & CEO of The National WWII Museum This theater-goes-to-war story is finely told, beautifully illustrated, an important contribution.' The notion of a special Army unit using dummy equipment, mobile loudspeakers, officer impersonations and foul rumors to deceive German forces seems outlandish, but the tactics worked.

'Brings to life a whale of a tale of World War II innovation – one laced with brash creativity. Tom Brokaw, NBC Special Correspondent, author of The Greatest Generation. It is a riveting tale told through personal accounts and sketches along the way-ultimately, a story of success against great odds. 'The Ghost Army of World War II describes a perfect example of a little-known, highly imaginative, and daring maneuver that helped open the way for the final drive to Germany. 'Well written, lively, and informative, a complete pleasure to read.'

Story of The Ghost by Charles Mahoney