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U.S. Ghost Army: Master Illusionists of World War II
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081425
ISBN
9781543575514
Grade 3-4
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Description
Part of the Amazing World War II Stories series, read how a ghost army tricked the Germans and helped defeat the Nazis and win the war. ~Amber
Publisher's Description of U.S. Ghost Army: Master Illusionists of World War II
When you need to mislead the enemy, who are you going to call? The Ghost Army of course! During World War II this top secret group of artists and special effects experts worked to deceive German forces on the front lines. Using fake combat vehicles and artillery, dummies dressed as soldiers, and broadcasting the sounds of troops and equipment, the Ghost Army often tricked the Germans into believing U.S. forces were about to attack in one place while the real troops moved against another target. Learn all about these master illustionists' efforts to trick the Nazis and help win the war.
Category Description for Amazing World War Ii Stories (Graphic Novels)
In times of war, courage does not always take place on the frontline. These readers are written in graphic novel format and would be a good resource for the struggling/reluctant reader researching World War II heroes. These books re-live the experiences of courageous individuals who participated in the war. A glossary and critical thinking questions are included in the back of the book for extra review. ~Amber
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Capstone Press |
| Grades: | 3-4 |
| ISBN: | 9781543575514 |
| Length in Inches: | 9 |
| Width in Inches: | 6.875 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.125 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.2 |
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