Travers, Susan
Tomorrow to Be Brave: A Memoir of the Only Woman Ever to Serve in the French Foreign Legion
- ISBN 13:
- 9780743200028
- author:
- Travers, Susan
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Touchstone Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2007
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 152 mm X 229 mm
- Genre:
- Medical - Nurses
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Susan Travers's extraordinary life is a testament to her bravery and determination. In 1942, she made a decision that would change her life forever: to join the Free French forces in North Africa. As the only woman to ever serve officially in the French Foreign Legion, she played a pivotal role in the legendary mass break-out from Bir Hakeim, a military exploit that would earn her both the Military Medal and the Légion d'Honneur. Travers's story begins in England, where she grew up in a privileged childhood, and takes her through a rebellious youth spent partying across interwar Europe. Her decision to join the war effort was driven by a personal motivation, one that would put her life at risk. This memoir is a gripping account of her experiences, from the desert landscapes of North Africa to the chaos of war-torn Europe. Through her story, Travers reveals a complex and courageous individual, driven by a sense of duty and loyalty. Her memoir is a powerful exploration of one woman's place in history, and a testament to the enduring power of human spirit.
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