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Behind the Wire: The Road to Oflag VIIB Eichstatt
The PoW Diaries of Captain John Blomfield Dixon, 1940-45
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John Blomfield Dixon's detailed diaries and letters offer a rare glimpse into the experiences of a British officer during World War II. Captured after the Battle of Cassel, Dixon chronicles his life in various POW camps, including Oflag VIIB, sharing his struggles with food shortages, longing for home, and the impact of war on his psyche. His narrative intertwines personal reflections with historical context, revealing the harsh realities of captivity and the chaos surrounding liberation. Enhanced by previously unseen photographs, this account memorializes his journey and the camaraderie among fellow prisoners.
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Behind the Wire: The Road to Oflag VIIB Eichstatt, Paul Johnson
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- 2024
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- Title
- Behind the Wire: The Road to Oflag VIIB Eichstatt
- Subtitle
- The PoW Diaries of Captain John Blomfield Dixon, 1940-45
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Paul Johnson
- Publisher
- Pen & Sword Books Ltd
- Publisher
- 2024
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 256
- ISBN13
- 9781036121440
- Category
- History
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- John Blomfield Dixon's detailed diaries and letters offer a rare glimpse into the experiences of a British officer during World War II. Captured after the Battle of Cassel, Dixon chronicles his life in various POW camps, including Oflag VIIB, sharing his struggles with food shortages, longing for home, and the impact of war on his psyche. His narrative intertwines personal reflections with historical context, revealing the harsh realities of captivity and the chaos surrounding liberation. Enhanced by previously unseen photographs, this account memorializes his journey and the camaraderie among fellow prisoners.