Fearless Rescuers of Allied Airmen in WWII
In the darkest days of World War II, as Nazi occupation smothered Europe, a different kind of hero rose from the shadows. They were not soldiers or spies, but ordinary civilians—farmers, teachers, shopkeepers—who risked their lives to save Allied airmen shot down behind enemy lines. Through daring escape lines like the Comet Line, Dutch-Paris, and Shelburn, these fearless resisters smuggled thousands to safety, outwitting the Gestapo with ingenuity and unyielding courage. From hidden attics in Belgium to treacherous boat crossings over the English Channel, their small acts of defiance wove a lifeline of hope in a world gripped by fear. This is a tale of relentless bravery, where compassion became a weapon against tyranny, and everyday people reshaped history, one rescued life at a time. Dive into the untold stories of these unsung champions and uncover a legacy that still inspires us to stand against injustice, no matter the odds.
Fearless Rescuers of Allied Airmen in WWII
In the darkest days of World War II, as Nazi occupation smothered Europe, a different kind of hero rose from the shadows. They were not soldiers or spies, but ordinary civilians—farmers, teachers, shopkeepers—who risked their lives to save Allied airmen shot down behind enemy lines. Through daring escape lines like the Comet Line, Dutch-Paris, and Shelburn, these fearless resisters smuggled thousands to safety, outwitting the Gestapo with ingenuity and unyielding courage. From hidden attics in Belgium to treacherous boat crossings over the English Channel, their small acts of defiance wove a lifeline of hope in a world gripped by fear. This is a tale of relentless bravery, where compassion became a weapon against tyranny, and everyday people reshaped history, one rescued life at a time. Dive into the untold stories of these unsung champions and uncover a legacy that still inspires us to stand against injustice, no matter the odds.
Fearless Rescuers of Allied Airmen in WWII.
Fearless Rescuers of Allied Airmen in WWII.
Product Details
| BN ID: | 2940181926004 |
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| Publisher: | Andrews Taylor |
| Publication date: | 08/03/2025 |
| Sold by: | Draft2Digital |
| Format: | eBook |
| File size: | 284 KB |