Fallen Fortress

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Set during World War II, the narrative follows Lt. W. C. Shaddix, who, after his B-17 is shot down over Belgium, successfully evades capture while his crew is taken prisoner. With the help of the Belgian underground, he navigates through occupied territory, ultimately joining the French Underground in their resistance efforts against the German Army. As he fights alongside them, Shaddix's journey culminates in a dramatic encounter with Patton's 3rd Army, highlighting themes of bravery, camaraderie, and the struggle for freedom.