We Die Alone: A WWII Epic of Escape and Endurance
Jun 2007 · Sold by Simon and Schuster
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We Die Alone recounts one of the most exciting escape stories to emerge from the challenges and miseries of World War II. In March 1943, a team of expatriate Norwegian commandos sailed from northern England for Nazi-occupied arctic Norway to organize and supply the Norwegian resistance. But they were betrayed and the Nazis ambushed them. Only one man survived--Jan Baalsrud. This is the incredible and gripping story of his escape.
Frostbitten and snowblind, pursued by the Nazis, he dragged himself on until he reached a small arctic village. He was near death, delirious, and a virtual cripple. But the villagers, at mortal risk to themselves, were determined to save him, and--through impossible feats--they did.
We Die Alone is an astonishing true story of heroism and endurance. Like Slavomir Rawicz's The Long Walk, it is also an unforgettable portrait of the determination of the human spirit.
Frostbitten and snowblind, pursued by the Nazis, he dragged himself on until he reached a small arctic village. He was near death, delirious, and a virtual cripple. But the villagers, at mortal risk to themselves, were determined to save him, and--through impossible feats--they did.
We Die Alone is an astonishing true story of heroism and endurance. Like Slavomir Rawicz's The Long Walk, it is also an unforgettable portrait of the determination of the human spirit.
We Die Alone recounts one of the most exciting escape stories to emerge from the challenges and miseries of World War II. In March 1943, a team of expatriate Norwegian commandos sailed from northern England for Nazi-occupied arctic Norway to organize and supply the Norwegian resistance. But they ...
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Scott Rich
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October 1, 2025
One of the great escape/survival stories that emerged from the WWII era. Author David Howarth relates Jan Baalsard's story in a clear, comfortable prose. His narrative of how it all played out is absolutely compelling and makes the book hard to put down. It's an astonishing story of humanity, courage, grit and perseverance pushed to extremes. Excellent read.
Robin Jean Payne
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September 7, 2023
Though I seldom read a true story that is not interesting , this real -life adventure is proving itself to be extrordi,any. Truly difficult to put aside. Looking forward to the conclusion although reluctantly bc it is so well written that I should not want the book to be done. Enjoy our freedom for we may not have this easy life forever
Michael Garcia-Rondon
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December 13, 2022
The fact that this man survived this ordeal is a testament to the human condition of never giving up. Amazing read
About the author
David Howarth ran a spy ring during World War II. He was also the author of two dozen major books of history.
David Howarth ran a spy ring during World War II. He was also the author of two dozen major books of history.
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