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Quercus - The Longest Walk Home: WWII POW Escape Biography

Name: Quercus - The Longest Walk Home: WWII POW Escape Biography
Brand: Quercus
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Experience a gripping true story of survival and determination with The Longest Walk Home. In 1940, 21-year-old Private Raymond Bailey was captured in Northern France while serving with the 1st Kensington Regiment. Instead of accepting life as a Nazi prisoner of war, he embarked on a daring 2,000-mile journey to regain his freedom. This historical biography follows Ray's incredible trek across Europe and over the Pyrenees. Readers will follow his path toward the safety of British Gibraltar and his eventual return home for Christmas. The narrative captures the high stakes of his journey, including nerve-shredding encounters with German soldiers and the Spanish Civil Guard. Through moments of exhaustion and hunger, Ray relies on his youthful energy and unfailing spirit to survive. This account offers a deep look into the resilience required to navigate war-torn landscapes and evade capture. It is a must-read for fans of WWII history and personal accounts of courage and survival.

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An incredible true account of a 2,000-mile escape across Europe during World War II.

Follow the journey of Private Raymond Bailey from a Nazi prisoner of war to freedom.

Detailed historical narrative covering the trek over the Pyrenees and toward British Gibraltar.

Captures high-stakes encounters with German soldiers and the Spanish Civil Guard.

A powerful story of survival, hunger, and exhaustion during a life-or-death mission.

Provides a personal perspective on the bravery of a young soldier in 1940.

Product Specifications

Brand: Quercus
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1529447062
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Historical > Countries & Regions > Europe
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 11 September 2025
Listed Since: 01 April 2025

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