Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE The Mafia at War by Tim Newark The true story of Britain and Americas secret wartime dealings with the Mafia. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The true story of Britain and Americas secret wartime dealings with the Mafia. An engrossing history that reads like a thriller. The Godfather meets Band of Brothers Andrew Roberts A fascinating and compelling work on three of the most evil movements of the 20th century. It ought to be required reading for anyone looking for insights into the period Richard Hammer The Mafia is the most powerful criminal organisation the world has ever known. This book tells the epic story of how the Mafia was nearly destroyed by Mussolini, prospered in the US, struck a secret wartime deal with the US government, and then backed a bloody rebellion that nearly turned Sicily into an independent Mafia realm. It shows how Lucky Luciano won his freedom thanks to mobster help in WWII; how Jewish gangsters clashed with Nazis on the streets of New York; how Mafiosi nearly issued contracts to kill top Nazis including Hitler; how British bobbies patrolled the deadly streets of Palermo; and how Mafia-backed bandits conducted a guerrilla war for Sicilian independence. The Mafia at War is a provocative account of how a criminal organisation exploited the grim realities of World War II to revive its fortunes and dominate global crime. AUTHOR: Tim Newark is the author of numerous military history books, including The Barbarians, War in Britain, Where They Fell, Turning the Tide of War, and Camouflage. He is also the scriptwriter and historical consultant for a six-part TV documentary series on WWII for BBC Worldwide. Tim lives in London. Author Biography Tim Newark is the author of numerous critically acclaimed military history books, including The Barbarians, War in Britain, Where They Fell, Turning the Tide of War, and Camouflage. He was also the scriptwriter and historical consultant for a six-part TV documentary series on World War II for BBC Worldwide. He lives in Bath. Details ISBN1784388947 Author Tim Newark Short Title The Mafia at War Language English Year 2023 ISBN-10 1784388947 ISBN-13 9781784388942 Format Paperback Subtitle Allied Collusion with the Mob Publisher Greenhill Books Imprint Greenhill Books Pages 304 Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Illustrations 16 pages of b/w plates AU Release Date 2023-05-30 NZ Release Date 2023-05-30 UK Release Date 2023-05-03 Publication Date 2023-05-03 DEWEY 940.5486 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:142151972;
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