On the Regent’s Canal at Maida Vale, London, a motor narrowboat tows a butty. Photo by anonymous (c. 1934). “Far From Idle: The Women Canal Workers of the Second World War” (author: Rose Staveley-Wadham), The British Newspaper Archive, 4 February 2021. Originally published by The Sphere, 10 November 1934. https://blog.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk.
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Cynthia Bisson, PhD, Professor of History, Belmont University, French Resistant Expert“Informative and entertaining, Stew Ross’ newest work evokes a difficult and frightening time in the history of the City of Light. The detailed descriptions of sites such as the Vél’ d’hiv’ or Gestapo headquarters reminds us of the choices people made during those years.”
Raphaelle Crevet | Certified Tour Guide, Paris, FranceStewart Ross’ book is full of interesting documents and research, it put you well on the tracks of Marie Antoinette, Danton, Robespierre and many more, whether in Paris or in Versailles, extremely interesting and easy to read!
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