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One of the greatest weapons of World War II, which helped enormously in winning the war, was radar = radio detection and ranging. This new technology, invented not long before the war started, enabled the Allies to keep track of German planes in the air. The British would have enough warning of German bombers to be able to get fighter planes, mainly Spitfires and Hurricanes, into the air in time to meet the bomber. In the Pacific Theater, radar on American ships enable long-range detection of Japanese carrier planes and warships. Another development, from the British early in the war, when Germany controlled Europe and Great Britain was still rebuilding its army after Dunkirk, was an idea of Winston Churchill – commandos. These were highly trained soldiers, the equivalent of today’s special forces such as Navy Seals or Army Rangers, who secretly landed in France and carried out reconnaissance and sabotage missions allied with the French Resistance.
Radar Commandos, by Bernard Glemser, is a historical novel based on true incidents (middle school reading level). At first, radar was exclusively used by the Allies, but Germany did know about the science and technology, and quickly developed their own version. In the novel, a new German radar station went up on the coast of France facing Great Britain. This was reported by the French Underground to their contacts in England, who sent a commando team to check it out. They were helped by a French boy, Paul, who is the hero of the story. Exciting clandestine action and adventure, based on historical events. If you ever want to know more about the secret radio/radar technology war between Great Britain and Nazi Germany, read
The Wizard War by R.V. Jones, who led this secret war in England. You can also learn more about The Commandos of World War II in the World Landmark book with that title.