The Postwoman
The Postwoman by Michael Kenneth Smith, published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on November 15, 2017, is a biographical fiction that recounts the story of WWII Resistance fighter Andrée De Jongh. This 248-page book explores the harrowing experiences of a young Belgian nurse who, horrified by her country’s surrender to Nazi Germany, takes bold actions to resist the occupation and aid Allied soldiers.
Readers will find a detailed narrative of Andrée “Dedee” de Jongh’s courageous efforts to establish a secret escape line for downed Royal Air Force fliers, risking her life in the process. The story highlights her strategic planning and the dangers faced by those involved in the resistance, as well as the moral dilemmas encountered during wartime. Through its portrayal of Dedee’s determination and the challenges of aiding others in peril, The Postwoman presents a compelling account of bravery and sacrifice amidst the chaos of war.
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Based on the story of WWII Resistance fighter Andrée De Jongh, The Postwoman recounts the gripping story of one woman’s courageous actions and sacrifices in the face of great peril.
In 1940, Andrée “Dedee” de Jongh, a twenty-four-year-old Belgian nurse, is horrified by her country’s quick surrender to Nazi Germany. Every week she observes Germans inspecting the infirmary for injured Allied soldiers to ship off to work camps. Every day she witnesses new atrocities in the streets, such as Jewish countrymen being brutally beaten.
Outraged at the injustice, Dedee devises a strategy with her father to aid in the resistance effort against the Germans. They hatch a plan to help downed Royal Air Force fliers escape Belgium and France and return to England, where they can rejoin the fight. It’s a dangerous endeavor and guaranteed death sentence if they’re caught, but Dedee is determined to do her part to defeat the enemy.
Over time, the secret organization becomes one of the most successful wartime escape lines, saving more than eight hundred Allied fliers. Dedee manages to outwit the Nazis for a time, but with German soldiers hunting for the group and its leaders at every turn, will she be able to escape with her life?
Based on true events, The Postwoman recounts the gripping story of one woman’s courageous actions and sacrifices in the face of great peril.
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