Ash, William
Under the Wire
- ISBN 13:
- 9780553817119
- author:
- Ash, William
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bantam
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 400
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.7 x 2.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- European history: Second World War
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Under the Wire: The World War II Adventures of a Legendary Escape Artist and "Cooler King" In 1939, Bill Ash joined the Royal Canadian Air Force, sacrificing his citizenship to take on the Nazis. He flew Spitfires in England before being shot down over France in March 1942. Despite being betrayed and tortured, he evaded capture for months before being sent to Stalag Luft III. From this infamous POW camp, Bill began a remarkable series of break-outs, becoming one of only a handful of serial escape artists to attempt more than a dozen escapes. He used various methods, from tunnels to disguises, to evade his captors and continue his fight for freedom. His story is a testament to the bravery and resolve of those who risked everything during World War II. Honest, funny and exciting, Under the Wire is a riveting war memoir that offers a unique perspective on one of the most pivotal periods in history.
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