OK, I'll have to get the Moorehead book. Sounds like Manchester was not always well-informed. That's why I like to read several different sources.


Another question, somewhat related, (but also egregious thread creep, of course)

I've read an allegation that Churchill may have purposely withdrawn the escort the Lusitania had, hoping it would be sunk, and that would bring the US into the war. Then I've read some information countering this idea. Seems quite murky. What's your take on this one?