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Stories Behind the Pages – We Die Alone

Some stories stay with you long after you've turned the final page.

In this first episode of Stories Behind the Pages, Tim Heale explores the remarkable true story of Norwegian resistance fighter Jan Baalsrud, whose extraordinary escape through the frozen mountains of occupied Norway became one of the greatest survival stories of the Second World War.

Drawing on David Howarth's classic book We Die Alone, together with the acclaimed films Nine Lives (Ni Liv) and The 12th Man, Tim looks beyond the drama to the courage, endurance and selfless bravery of the ordinary Norwegians who risked everything to save one man's life.

A story of resilience, sacrifice and hope that deserves to be remembered.

For the full article, photographs and links to the book and films, visit timheale.uk.

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