The Swiss and the Nazis: How the Alpine Republic Survived in the Shadow of the Third Reich
Republic Survived Shadow Third Reich: The Swiss and the Nazis is a history of Switzerland during World War II, told through Swiss oral histories and German intelligence records. The book also covers Alpine defenses, civic resistance, refugee assistance and women's roles in the military and economy.
At a glance
- Combines accounts from Swiss residents with documents on Nazi intelligence and invasion planning.
- Discusses armed neutrality, Alpine defenses and Switzerland's efforts to resist subversion.
- Covers civic and cultural resistance, refugee assistance, and women's roles in wartime life.
- Includes maps and photographs, according to the listing.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The oral-history and intelligence-record perspectives offer distinct angles on Switzerland's wartime experience.
- The subject matter extends beyond military defense to refugees, women, Jewish officers and cultural resistance.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in Switzerland's World War II neutrality and defense.
- Readers seeking a history that combines personal accounts with intelligence and military records.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Frequently asked questions
What period does the book cover?
The listing describes Switzerland during World War II and its position under pressure from the Axis powers.
What kinds of sources and perspectives does it include?
The listing highlights oral histories from Swiss residents and German military archive documents on intelligence, subversion and invasion plans.
Does the book discuss topics beyond military defense?
Yes. The listing also mentions refugee assistance, women's roles, Jewish officers, cultural resistance and Switzerland's role as America's window on the Reich.
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