Dear Anglophiles: If you are a history buff and as fascinated by Bletchley Park's role in World War II as I am, you'll love these two audio clips. The first gives an overview of the decryption work done at Bletchley Park during the war and how those activities assisted the British military, and the second, delivered by Professor Mark Dodgson, of the Business School at the University of Queensland, gives his analysis of lessons learned at Bletchley about organizational structures.
Bletchley Park's role in World War II:
Professor Dodgson on Bletchley Park's innovative organizational structure:
Many of you may be aware of the fabulous show The Bletchley Circle, which aired on PBS last winter and is slated to return for a second season the spring of 2014, on Sunday nights. The series is set in 1950's London and involves a group of female, Bletchley code-breakers who band together after the war to solve crimes.
Trailer for the series The Bletchley Circle:
Another Bletchley Circle trailer (for last season's episode two, but watching it will give you an idea of the show's tone, pacing, and characters):
Purchase The Bletchley Circle videos:
Purchase books about Bletchley Park:
Purchase the movie Enigma HERE
(A fascinating tale of love, espionage, patriotism, and betrayal amongst the the code-breakers at Bletchley Park during World War II.)
(A fascinating tale of love, espionage, patriotism, and betrayal amongst the the code-breakers at Bletchley Park during World War II.)
