The Flight Of Rudolf Hess

Author : James Douglas-Hamilton
Publisher : Frontline Books
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2016-06-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9781473876187

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The Truth About Rudolf Hess by James Douglas-Hamilton Pdf

Rudolf Hess' flight to Britain in May 1941 stands out as one of the most intriguing and bizarre episodes of the Second World War.In The Truth About Rudolf Hess, Lord James Douglas-Hamilton explores many of the myths which still surround the affair. He traces the developments which persuaded Hess to undertake the flight without Hitlers knowledge and shows why he chose to approach the Duke of Hamilton. In the process he throws light on the importance of Albrect Haushofer, one-time envoy to Hitler and Ribbentrop and personal advisor to Hess, who was eventually executed by the SS for his involvement in the German Resistance movement.Drawing on British War Cabinet papers and the authors unparalleled access to both the Hamilton papers and the Haushofer letters, this new and expanded edition of The Truth About Rudolf Hess takes the reader into the heart of the Third Reich, combining adventure and intrigue with a scholarly historical approach.

Author : Roy Conyers Nesbit,Georges van Acker
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2007-05-24
Category : History
ISBN : 9780752472768

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The Flight of Rudolf Hess by Roy Conyers Nesbit,Georges van Acker Pdf

On 10 May 1941, Rudolf Hess - Deputy Fuhrer of the Third Reich - embarked on his astonishing flight from Augsburg to Scotland. At dusk the same day, he parachuted on to a Scottish moor and was taken into custody. His arrival provoked widespread curiosity and speculation, which has continued to this day. Why did Hess fly to Scotland? Had Hitler authorized him to attempt to negotiate peace? Was British Intelligence involved? What was his state of mind at the time? Drawing on a variety of reliable archive and eyewitness sources in Britain, Germany and the USA, authors Roy Conyers Nesbit and Georges van Acker have written what must be the most objective assessment of the Hess' story yet to be published. Their compelling narrative not only dispels many of the extraordinary conspiracy theories, but also uncovers some intriguing new facts.

Author : David Stafford
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : UOM:39015051555525

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Flight from Reality by David Stafford Pdf

An account of one of the most bizarre and mysterious chapters of the Second World War, the Deputy Fuhrer's flight to Scotland to negotiate a peace deal with Britain and Germany. A number of conspiracy theories have been created from this peculiar event and in Flight from Reality David Stafford has assembled an international group of experts to give a definitive account of Hess's mission that separates the facts from the fiction that has arisen.

Author : John Harris,Richard Wilbourn
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2022-08-04
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1803990236

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Rudolf Hess by John Harris,Richard Wilbourn Pdf

On 10 May 1941, on a whim, Hitler's deputy Rudolf Hess flew a Messerschmitt Bf 110 to Scotland in a bizarre effort to make peace with Britain; Göring sent fighters to stop him but he was long gone. Imprisoned and tried at Nuremberg, he would die by his own hand in 1987, aged 93.That's the accepted explanation. Ever since, conspiracy theories have swirled around the famous mission. How strong were Hess's connections with the British establishment? Was the death of the king's brother, associated with the Hess overture for peace? Often overlooked, until now, here Harris and Wilbourn provide an analysis of the flight itself - the flight plan, equipment, data sheets, navigation system - and come to a startling conclusion. Using original photography, documentation and diagrams, Rudolf Hess sheds new light on one of the most intriguing stories of the Second World War.

Author : John Harris,Richard Wilbourn
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 405 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2014-01-06
Category : History
ISBN : 9780752495651

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Rudolf Hess by John Harris,Richard Wilbourn Pdf

On 10 May 1941, on a whim, Hitler's deputy Rudolf Hess flew a Messerschmitt Bf 110 to Scotland in a bizarre effort to make peace with Britain; Göring sent fighters to stop him but he was long gone. Imprisoned and tried at Nuremberg, he would die by his own hand in 1987, aged 93. That's the accepted explanation. Ever since, conspiracy theories have swirled around the famous mission. How strong were Hess's connections with the British establishment, including royalty? Was the death of the king's brother, the Duke of Kent, associated with the Hess overture for peace? In the many books written about Hess, one obvious line of enquiry has been overlooked, until now: an analysis of the flight itself – the flight plan, equipment, data sheets, navigation system. Through their long investigation, authors John Harris and Richard Wilbourn have come to a startling conclusion: whilst the flight itself has been well recorded, the target destination has remained hidden. The implications are far reaching and lend credence to the theory that the British establishment has hidden the truth of the full extent of British/Nazi communications, in part to spare the reputations of senior members of the Royal Family. Using original photography, documentation and diagrams, Rudolf Hess sheds light on one of the most intriguing stories of the Second World War.

Author : James Douglas-Hamilton
Publisher : Presidio Press
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 1979
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : UOM:39015005107845

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Motive for a Mission by James Douglas-Hamilton Pdf

Author : Hugh Thomas
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2024-05-22
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9140101096

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The Murder of Rudolf Hess by Hugh Thomas Pdf

Author : John Harris,Richard Wilbourn
Publisher : Uniform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2020-03
Category : Germany
ISBN : 1912690527

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Rudolf Hess by John Harris,Richard Wilbourn Pdf

The latest book from John Harris and Richard Wilbourn continues to build on their longstanding research into the Hess mystery over 25 years. Slowly, the fog that has descended over the Hess case is beginning to clear and Harris and Wilbourn expand here on the implications of their recent findings. There is now little doubt that MI6 were heavily involved in the Hess affair and this involvement is clearly described and explained. What is not so clear is whether MI6 was acting alone, outside of the incumbent Churchill government, in an attempt to be able to offer a viable peace between Nazi Germany and factions within Great Britain. These factions would much rather have preferred a negotiated settlement to a bloody invasion attempt in the summer of 1941. In order to enter into such negotiations MI6 recruited a Finnish Art historian, Tancred Borenius and sent him to Switzerland in January 1941. Additionally the role of the Polish government in exile is closely examined and in particular the role of Josef Retinger, the arch federalist. The evidence would now suggest that a separate peace was being negotiated, outside of governmental channels. That is why Hess flew to Scotland.

Author : Peter Padfield
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Germany
ISBN : IND:30000037435421

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Hess by Peter Padfield Pdf

This work examines the mystery surrounding Rudolf Hess's journey to Scotland in May, 1941. Did he come seeking peace, or was he acting under orders from his Fuehrer? The book aims to shed light on Hess's personality, the nature of Hitler's Reich and Germany's bid for world domination.

Author : David Green
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2016-09-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1537060414

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Rudolf Hess' Mission by David Green Pdf

In 1941 Rudolf Hess, Deputy Fuhrer of the Nazi Third Reich, flew a Messerschmitt 110 from Germany to Scotland in a desperate but vain attempt to seek a peaceful settlement of the hostilities between Germany and Great Britain. The British promptly imprisoned him, Hitler disavowed himself of any knowledge about the flight, and the Anglo-German war continued. This alternative view of history - a work of fiction based on actual events -- considers different potential outcomes and possible consequences."

Author : Jerome Tuccille,Philip Sayetta Jacobs
Publisher : Dutton Adult
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1556111991

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The Mission by Jerome Tuccille,Philip Sayetta Jacobs Pdf

Nearly fifty years after he parachuted to safety in Scotland, the 1941 flight of Rudolf Hess is still shrouded in mystery. This spirited novel of espionage poses the question: What if Rudolf Hess was on a very specific mission, set up by Hitler to negotiate secretly with the British government? And what if the man imprisoned for so many years was not Rudolf Hess?

Author : Tony Le Tissier
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 165 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2021-11-26
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780750999250

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Farewell to Spandau by Tony Le Tissier Pdf

The last British Governor of Spandau Allied Prison puts the record straight about the final years of Rudolf Hess' life, and his ultimate suicide while in Allied custody.

Author : John Rawlings Rees,Henry Victor Dicks
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1948
Category : Forensic psychiatry
ISBN : UVA:X000371481

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The Case of Rudolf Hess by John Rawlings Rees,Henry Victor Dicks Pdf

Author : James Leasor
Publisher : House of Stratus
Page : 291 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Nazis
ISBN : 9780755100415

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Rudolf Hess by James Leasor Pdf

All true stories, easy to read, fast paced with high amounts of heroism - many based on World War II. New jackets, author interviews and tour and major P.R. activity.

Author : Alfred Smith
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 506 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : UOM:39015049512927

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Rudolf Hess and Germany's Reluctant War 1939-41 by Alfred Smith Pdf