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Tales of World War II: Amazing True Stories from the War that Shook the World
Description
In 'Tales of World War II,' war historian Dr. Hattie Hearn shares hidden stories of human spirit from the Second World War. Featuring beautifully illustrations by Margarida Esteves, this book unveils incredible true tales, such as the Canadian cabin boy who evaded German U-boats, the Navajo soldiers who developed a secret code, and an African-American jazz singer who spied for the French Resistance. Additionally, the book includes stories of a dog finding survivors in the London Blitz, a cyclist helping Jews escape the Nazis, and a bear recruited by the Polish army. The book also contains explanations of key wartime events like Pearl Harbor, Dunkirk, D-Day, and the Holocaust.