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Female Prisoners of World War Two: True Stories of Captured and Courageous POW Heroines
True Stories of 5 Incredible Women Who Pushed the Boundaries of Women's Roles in WarSo often, women are ignored in military chronicles, especially those that took place during war where women were barred from participating in military occupations outside of office work and nursing. Herein lies the stories of women who pushed through these stereotypical roles and ended up being taken captive by the enemy.We remember war heroes as men completing great feats of strength on the battlefield, saving the lives of their fellow soldiers. There have been multiple books, films, and articles written about soldiers during WWII. Some are fictional, while some are based on true stories. We are not at any loss for the stories of the trials that men faced during the Second World War.
The stories that are all too often forgotten are those of the women. Within the pages of this book, you will learn the stories of five incredible women prisoners of war during World War Two. These women not only risked their lives in the line of duty, just as their male counterparts did, but they also faced horrific atrocities and risks directly tied to their gender.You will question " What makes a war hero?" Were each of these women true war heroines?You will learn
A flight nurse whose plane was shot down over enemy lines only to completely confuse the German Army as to what to do with a femaleAn American woman living in Germany who worked to infiltrate the Nazis to dismantle the system from the inside.The sole survivor of a mass murder of nurses only to have her own government silence her from telling her story.A feminist and political activist working to stop fascism and educate her fellow women, even while inside a concentration camp.A nurse who simply wanted to return to her post regardless of the torture she endured.It is our duty to remember these women and honor them as the true heroines they were.Click the Buy Now button and help us share their stories.
The stories that are all too often forgotten are those of the women. Within the pages of this book, you will learn the stories of five incredible women prisoners of war during World War Two. These women not only risked their lives in the line of duty, just as their male counterparts did, but they also faced horrific atrocities and risks directly tied to their gender.You will question " What makes a war hero?" Were each of these women true war heroines?You will learn
A flight nurse whose plane was shot down over enemy lines only to completely confuse the German Army as to what to do with a femaleAn American woman living in Germany who worked to infiltrate the Nazis to dismantle the system from the inside.The sole survivor of a mass murder of nurses only to have her own government silence her from telling her story.A feminist and political activist working to stop fascism and educate her fellow women, even while inside a concentration camp.A nurse who simply wanted to return to her post regardless of the torture she endured.It is our duty to remember these women and honor them as the true heroines they were.Click the Buy Now button and help us share their stories.
134 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 2, 2021
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June 12, 2022
What a stunning book, once started I had to keep reading. Women's stories are so often erased, but this is beautifully done and honors 5 of the many women who were prisoners of war. The stories pull you in to some of the horrors of war, and they didn't choose but paid a price. The strength and courage are well remembered with eloquence. This book should be required reading.
June 22, 2025
I listened to a digital audio book but, I don't think it as by audible audio. I had to listen to the book twice. The first time I remembered some details but, not much.
The book details the experiences of 5 women who were prisoners in world war 2. Not concentration camp prisoners but, prisoners of war. If you said prisoners of war to me I would think oh, they must be men. I had never given much thought to female prisoners of war in world war 2.
I should probably listen to the book a 3rd time because I don't seem to remember a lot about the book. I do remember there was a woman from Australia who was taken prisoner of war I think she was asked not to talk about it by the Australian Government.
I don't know what to say about Femal Prisoners of World War Two except that after listening to the book now I know that as well as male prisoners of war there ware also female prisoners of war dufing world war II.
The book details the experiences of 5 women who were prisoners in world war 2. Not concentration camp prisoners but, prisoners of war. If you said prisoners of war to me I would think oh, they must be men. I had never given much thought to female prisoners of war in world war 2.
I should probably listen to the book a 3rd time because I don't seem to remember a lot about the book. I do remember there was a woman from Australia who was taken prisoner of war I think she was asked not to talk about it by the Australian Government.
I don't know what to say about Femal Prisoners of World War Two except that after listening to the book now I know that as well as male prisoners of war there ware also female prisoners of war dufing world war II.
November 25, 2021
Beautifully written
Nikki McDove’s book, Female Prisoners of World War Two, had me gripped from the very beginning. Five captivating stories of amazing women told with honesty and compassion, told in an easy-to-read way. I didn’t expect a war book to hold my attention so strongly.
Nikki McDove’s book, Female Prisoners of World War Two, had me gripped from the very beginning. Five captivating stories of amazing women told with honesty and compassion, told in an easy-to-read way. I didn’t expect a war book to hold my attention so strongly.
October 31, 2024
worth reading
An interesting book about women in WWII that I never would have known about. Each of their stories is quite interesting
An interesting book about women in WWII that I never would have known about. Each of their stories is quite interesting
May 20, 2024
Nikki McDove’s moving compilation shares two important stories. The first is one that many of us have heard before, but one that nonetheless needs to be retold often, so that it isn’t forgotten: the plight of ALL prisoners of war. However, it is, of course, McDove’s focus on female POWs from World War II that makes her book both unique and powerful. Well written, these tales of five strong women willing to risk (and sometimes pay) everything in the service of others brings to light an important aspect of POWs, that is all too often (hopefully unintentionally) overlooked. That not all War Prisoners are men. I look forward to more volumes in her series.
May 19, 2024
This was an interesting book from start to finish. The courage, determination, and dedication to their jobs was motivating yet upsetting at the same time. To learn that they had to fight for recognition after the war, and were ordered to hide the truth of the abuse they received sounds appalling. To discover that some of them never received recognition or help from the armed forced despite providing proof of their dedication to their jobs was also unbelievable.
Their courage made me feel humbled.
This is a book that everyone should read. It's well researched and presented. A sold five stars from me.
Their courage made me feel humbled.
This is a book that everyone should read. It's well researched and presented. A sold five stars from me.
May 25, 2024
Not much "meat" in the story line, but nevertheless an interesting book. I enjoyed reading it anyway.
May 11, 2024
Undervalued perspective
This is a great book that highlights the part of war we normally don't get enough emphasis on. An interesting and unique take on history.
This is a great book that highlights the part of war we normally don't get enough emphasis on. An interesting and unique take on history.
June 20, 2023
I'm not usually a fan of war books but I do love books about forgotten history and women so this seemed like a book I'd enjoy reading.
Firstly it's not a wishy washy book where we get hints of how horrid war is. Nope this book while not graphic or over zealous in it's descriptions does gently and carefully address the topic of death, torture and rape.
I must confess I found the aftermath of more sad to read than the time they spend as a POW. These women were ignored by their governments, and openly told their contribution was not worthy of recognition. That they we're not entitled to any compensation for their time in service.
That makes my blood boil, without the brave nurses, medics and female spies the number of lost and injured men would have been far greater. The guts it required to fly in a plain without the safety of the red cross knowing you were a legitimate target to be blown out of the sky is just breath taking.
This book is short and easy to read, it should be required reading in all history classes in schools!
Firstly it's not a wishy washy book where we get hints of how horrid war is. Nope this book while not graphic or over zealous in it's descriptions does gently and carefully address the topic of death, torture and rape.
I must confess I found the aftermath of more sad to read than the time they spend as a POW. These women were ignored by their governments, and openly told their contribution was not worthy of recognition. That they we're not entitled to any compensation for their time in service.
That makes my blood boil, without the brave nurses, medics and female spies the number of lost and injured men would have been far greater. The guts it required to fly in a plain without the safety of the red cross knowing you were a legitimate target to be blown out of the sky is just breath taking.
This book is short and easy to read, it should be required reading in all history classes in schools!
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