Operation Mincemeat

Operation Mincemeat

2010 · 60 min · ★ 7.9 · War, Documentary

Documentary detailing the successful Operation Mincemeat in 1943, which led to the Allies successfully invading Sicily and the war turning in their favour.

Directed by Russell England · Written by Ben Macintyre

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