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Specialties - Oradour-The Final Verdict: Worst Nazi War Crime in France, the Controversial Trial and Recent Discoveries

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Book Synopsis: Relying on multiple eye witness accounts and thorough research in French, American and Rsistance archives, the author describes in Part I, hour by hour, the massacre on June 10, 1944, by the Waffen-SS Division Das Reich, of 642 men, women and children in the village of Oradour-sur-Glane and the destruction of the village.. Who ordered the massacre? Why ? The book puts the tragedy in the context of the D-Day Landing and the period that precedes it. Part II is devoted to the conduct of the trial nearly nine years later. Of the 21 accused, only 7 were Germans. The others, all French/Alsatians, had mostly been forcibly inducted into the SS. None were officers. Were the Alsatians victims or murderers? And why were there no officers in the courtroom? Read more

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Step into the dark past of Nazi-occupied France with "Oradour-The Final Verdict." This gripping account of the worst Nazi war crime in France sheds light on the controversial trial and recent discoveries surrounding the tragic events of June 10, 1944. Delve into the mystery of who ordered the massacre and why, as the author weaves together eye-witness testimonies and meticulous research from French, American, and Resistance archives.

Uncover the shocking truth behind the massacre of 642 innocent men, women, and children in the village of Oradour-sur-Glane by the ruthless Waffen-SS Division Das Reich. Explore the chilling details of the destruction of Oradour and its inhabitants, set against the backdrop of the D-Day Landing and the turbulent period leading up to it. Part I of the book unfolds the tragic events hour by hour, immersing readers in the horrors of war.

Part II of "Oradour-The Final Verdict" delves into the aftermath of the massacre, focusing on the landmark trial held nearly nine years later. Discover the surprising revelations as the author examines the conduct of the trial and the identities of the accused. With only 7 Germans among the 21 defendants, the trial raises questions about the role of the French/Alsatians who were coerced into serving in the SS. Were they victims or perpetrators? Why were there no officers in the courtroom?

Experience a chilling tale of justice and redemption in "Oradour-The Final Verdict." Prepare to be captivated by the untold stories and hidden truths that lie within the pages of this riveting book. Order your copy today and uncover the secrets of one of the darkest chapters in history.

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