SHOT DOWN The Secret Diary of One Pow’s Long March to Freedom
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During his captivity, Alex Kerr participated in three escape attempts, including the construction of a tunnel described as ‘record-breaking’ for its length and complexity. He ultimately succeeded on his third attempt, successfully evading German forces. Following this daring escape, Kerr made his way back to the United Kingdom, completing a remarkable chapter of resilience and resourcefulness as a prisoner of war.
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Shot Down recounts the extraordinary wartime experiences of a twin-engine bomber pilot shot down over Germany in 1941. Initially hospitalized with hopes of repatriation, Kerr soon became a prisoner of war, keeping a secret diary throughout four harrowing years of captivity. The book presents his diary entries, offering a vivid, day-to-day portrayal of life in a German POW camp, including the infamous ‘Long March,’ during which 60 prisoners were killed and 100 wounded. Kerr and a comrade ultimately escaped, navigating front lines, seizing a German mayor’s car, and reaching Brussels to return to Allied territory.
His account balances tension and danger with wit, charm, and optimism, highlighting the camaraderie among fellow prisoners. From being shot down to enduring forced marches and orchestrating a daring escape, Kerr’s story is a compelling, authentic chronicle of courage in the Second World War.
Additional information
| Author/Editor | Alex Kerr |
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| Product Code | 32251 |
| Delivery | This item is usually dispatched Next Day |
| Format | Hardback 199 pages + plates |
| ISBN | 9781473878020 |
| Condition | New |
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