The indomitable Will: The Long Road Home: A Firsthand Account of War and Captivity
Language: English
Published by Independently published, 2024
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- Title
- The indomitable Will: The Long Road Home: A Firsthand Account of War and Captivity
- Author
- Breddin, Matthias
- Publisher
- Independently published
- Publication year
- 2024
- Condition
- As New
- Binding
- Soft cover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 13
- 9798340849977
"Either be captured by the Russians or attempt to march through partisan territory... We chose the latter, as capture at that time would undoubtedly have meant a shot to the back of the head."
"Only someone who has gone weeks without a full stomach can comprehend the value of a piece of bread here."
About this book:
In the autumn of 1944, as the Balkans descend into chaos, a German soldier finds himself caught in the brutal maelstrom of war. At the Iron Gates, a strategically vital point on the Danube River, he fights against the onslaught of the Red Army and Yugoslav partisans. Captured, tortured, and staring death in the face, he begins a desperate struggle for survival.
From the bloody battlefields of Yugoslavia to the overcrowded prisons of Belgrade, he experiences unimaginable suffering and cruelty. Yet the will to live and the yearning for freedom drive him onward. His story is a harrowing testament to courage, resilience, and the unwavering desire to return home.
What does the author recount?
The Battle for the Iron Gates: The account begins with the defense of the "Iron Gates" on the Danube, a strategically crucial lock system. Under constant fire from Russians and partisans, the author fights for control of this strategic point. The situation deteriorates as the Russians cross the Danube and the German positions fall.
Trapped in the Cauldron: Encircled by the enemy, the author decides to escape through hostile territory with a small group of comrades. They make their way through forests and over mountains, constantly on guard against partisans and Russian troops. The journey is marked by hunger, exhaustion, and the ever-present fear of death.
The Hell of Captivity: After days on the run, the author is captured by the Russians. He experiences the arbitrariness and brutality of the Red Army and is subsequently handed over to the Yugoslav partisans. Inhuman conditions prevail in the camps: hunger, disease, and the constant threat from the guards dominate daily life.
Work and Hope: After months of imprisonment, the author is assigned to various work details. He works in the Sava harbor, clears rubble, and is eventually employed in a uniform factory. Despite the hard labor and the continuing poor conditions, hope for a return home begins to flicker again.
The Escape Attempt West: Together with two comrades, the author plans an escape from the factory. They manage to leave the premises undetected and make their way through the countryside. However, their escape attempt fails, and they are recaptured. After several weeks in various prisons, they are finally deported to Romania.
The Path to Freedom: In Romania, the author unexpectedly finds help and support. He experiences the hospitality of the Romanian people and is able to recover from the hardships of his escape. After several weeks, he is finally transported to Hungary and from there on to Austria. From Vienna, he finally manages to return to Germany.
About the Book:
The book is written in a direct, personal style that draws the reader directly into the events. It is not a dry historical account but an emotional narrative that moves and provokes reflection. The author describes his experiences chronologically and in detail, providing the reader with a vivid picture of the events of that time.
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