Sophie Poldermans (Books)

Sophie Poldermans Books

Sophie Poldermans is an author whose work delves into the compelling narratives of women in wartime resistance. She illuminates the bravery and complex motivations of those who fought against oppressive regimes, highlighting their unwavering determination and personal sacrifices. Poldermans approaches these histories through a lens informed by legal, historical, and sociological perspectives, drawing on extensive research and personal connections. Her writing aims to shed light on the crucial, yet often overlooked, roles women have played in conflicts, emphasizing their courage and impact on human rights.

Seducing and Killing Nazis: Hannie, Truus and Freddie: Dutch Resistance Heroines of WWII Volume 1

228 pages
8 hours of reading

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This is the astonishing true story of three teenage Dutch girls, Hannie Schaft and sisters Truus and Freddie Oversteegen, that has inspired many throughout the world.When Nazi Germany invaded the Netherlands in World War II, these girls took up arms against the enemy by seducing high-ranking Nazi officers, luring them into the woods and killing them. They provided Jewish children with safe houses and gathered vital intelligence for the resistance. They did what they did "because it had to be done." Above all, they tried to remain human in inhuman circumstances. Hannie Schaft was executed by the Nazis three weeks before the end of the war and became the icon of female Dutch resistance. Truus and Freddie Oversteegen survived the war, but were forever haunted by the demons of their past.