9. Operation Periwig: Plotting Insurrection in Germany
In late 1944, the British Special Operations Executive (SOE) initiated Operation Periwig, a psychological warfare campaign aimed at creating the illusion of a widespread anti-Nazi resistance within Germany. The strategy involved disseminating deceptive radio broadcasts and establishing fictitious resistance groups to sow distrust and paranoia among Nazi officials. Despite its innovative approach, Operation Periwig’s psychological tactics are often overshadowed by more direct sabotage operations.
