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The 12th Man

A WWII Epic of Escape and Endurance

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A stunning story of heroism and survival during World War II, this book inspired an international film. “A must-read …. Intrigue, suspense, and adventure."—The Norwegian American. Author Astrid Karlsen Scott reflects on her experience with the narrative, stating, "I had to find the truth." The true story follows Jan Baalsrud, who, after a betrayal during a mission in Nazi-occupied Norway, becomes the sole survivor of an attack on his group. In late March 1943, four Norwegian saboteurs arrive in northern Norway to establish a base, but their plans are thwarted when a German boat ambushes them. Wounded and alone, Baalsrud embarks on a harrowing journey to escape the Gestapo, navigating icy fjords, climbing snow-covered mountains, and facing treacherous snowstorms and avalanches. Despite suffering from snow blindness and frostbite, over sixty locals risk their lives to aid his escape. Meticulously researched for over five years, Scott and co-author Haug unveil the gripping details of this real-life survival story, capturing the essence of courage and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds.

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The 12th Man, Astrid Karlsen Scott, Dr. Tore Haug, Harald Zwart, Freeman Gregory A.

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Pubblicato
2017
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Titolo
The 12th Man
Sottotitolo
A WWII Epic of Escape and Endurance
Lingua
Inglese
Pubblicato
2017
Formato
In brossura
Pagine
368
ISBN10
151071863X
ISBN13
9781510718630
Serie
Descrizione
A stunning story of heroism and survival during World War II, this book inspired an international film. “A must-read …. Intrigue, suspense, and adventure."—The Norwegian American. Author Astrid Karlsen Scott reflects on her experience with the narrative, stating, "I had to find the truth." The true story follows Jan Baalsrud, who, after a betrayal during a mission in Nazi-occupied Norway, becomes the sole survivor of an attack on his group. In late March 1943, four Norwegian saboteurs arrive in northern Norway to establish a base, but their plans are thwarted when a German boat ambushes them. Wounded and alone, Baalsrud embarks on a harrowing journey to escape the Gestapo, navigating icy fjords, climbing snow-covered mountains, and facing treacherous snowstorms and avalanches. Despite suffering from snow blindness and frostbite, over sixty locals risk their lives to aid his escape. Meticulously researched for over five years, Scott and co-author Haug unveil the gripping details of this real-life survival story, capturing the essence of courage and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds.