After two unsuccessful escape attempts, Franz von Werra became the first German soldier to escape from British captivity. He was dubbed the "King of the Escapees", and his adventurous escape was chronicled in book and feature film. Franz von Werra's life, his career in the German Air Force during World War 2, his three escape attempts in total and his posthumous post-war career are portrayed here in words and pictures.
Group
Books (first-hand)
Author
Schumann, R.
Title
Ritterkreuzträger Profile. Heft 10: Franz von Werra. Der Ausbrecherkönig
Details
Brochure, very many bw and some colour photos, 1 page with colour profiles, large format. 48 pages.
