1944-06-01 Embarking for Normandy | Announcement for the Invasion
Among the many coded messages that the BBC broadcasts, "The long sobs of autumn’s violins" announces the imminent landing.
This "inside message" is intended fora resistance group in northern France.
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- BBC in London
- Suitcase containing a clandestine radio
- Leaflet addressed to the radio’s owners (front page)
- Back page of the leaflet
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