A brilliant analysis of the rivalry between the two ablest political leaders, writers and orators of twentieth-century Britain and France.
Professor Christopher Andrew, University of Cambridge

An outstanding account of how communications intelligence affects diplomacy. This book is required reading for anyone concerned with the diplomacy of the Second World War.
John Ferris, FRSC, Authorised Historian, The Government Communications Headquarters

An important new history of Franco-British relations during the Second World War. Hefler makes a persuasive argument that the stock image of Winston Churchill’s generosity and Charles de Gaulle’s ingratitude distorts at least as much as it illuminates.
Professor Peter Jackson, University of Glasgow

Hefler’s deeply researched and insightful study of the intelligence archives reveals much about the often-bitter relationship between Churchill and De Gaulle and is essential reading to understand Franco-British relations in the mid-twentieth century.
Professor Joe Maiolo, King’s College London