Crosswords in WW2 - Stuff That I Find Interesting

The video discusses the use of deception tactics by the Allies during WWII, focusing on Operation Bodyguard, which aimed to mislead the Germans about the location of the Normandy invasion. Similar tactics were used in the Sicily invasion, where fake documents were planted to mislead the Axis powers. The video also highlights the role of crossword puzzles in revealing D-Day code names and their use in intelligence work, including breaking the Enigma Code. It explores the coincidence of military code names appearing in crosswords and the potential security risks posed by such leaks.

What was the main objective of Operation Bodyguard?

How did the Allies attempt to mislead the Germans about their invasion plans?

What role did the Daily Telegraph crossword play during the war?

What incident involving a crossword alarmed British intelligence in 1942?

What was the significance of the information shared by American troops with school children?