The Tale of Danish Heroism - Paperback

The Tale of Danish Heroism by J. E. H. Skinner is a historical account of the Danish resistance during World War II. The book chronicles the heroic efforts of the Danish people to protect their Jewish population from Nazi persecution and deportation. Skinner provides a detailed analysis of the events leading up to the German occupation of Denmark in 1940 and the subsequent resistance efforts that followed. The book highlights the bravery and determination of the Danish resistance fighters and their allies, including members of the Danish government and military. The author also explores the role of international organizations, such as the Red Cross, in aiding the Danish resistance. The Tale of Danish Heroism is a powerful and inspiring story of courage, sacrifice, and human resilience in the face of oppression and tyranny.1865. Contents: My Arrival in Denmark; Winter Quarters on Als; Family Life at the Seat of War; Den Tappre Landsoldat; How the Prussians Lost an Opportunity; The Hospital Ship; The Danish Navy; The Post Diligence; Skirmishes before Fredericia; The Old Flag; Sonderborg within Range of Broagerland; The Battle on Easter Monday; The Bombardment of Sonderborg; A Danish Parsonage; The Gathering Cloud; The Storming of Dybbol Hill; After the Fight; The Days of Truce; Renewed Hostilities; and The Fall of Als.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.