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The Lonely Leader
The Lonely Leader: Monty 1944-45 (Pan Military Classic Series) | Alistair Horne, David Montgomery
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General Montgomery lead the 8th Army to victory at El Alamein in 1942, and as Chief of Land Forces in the Allied invasion of Normandy in 1944 he received Germany's surrender in 1945. Concentrating on the momentous events of Operation Overlord from June 1944, The Lonely Leader follws Monty's leadership of the Allied offensive to Luneburg Heath the following May. Monty is a figure renowned for his military professionalism, but Alistair Horne, in association with montgomery's only son, also look at the human face of a man regarded as rather Cromwellian, considering his style of command in the context of the tactics and politics of the period, not least his controversial dealings with Eisenhower. This is a compelling account of the public and private influences of a remarkable military leader.
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I have read many books about Field Marshal Montgomery. They have been critical of both his tactics and character, but have not covered his talents as a soldier and his achievements. This book, tells both sides. Of the odd character who never accepted that he could be wrong. But also the seasoned professional, exceptional trainer and motivator of men and a man who ultimately helped the allies win the war.