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The Monuments Men: Allied Heroes, Nazi Thieves, and the Greatest Treasure Hunt in History
The Monuments Men: Allied Heroes, Nazi Thieves, and the Greatest Treasure Hunt in History
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In a race against time, behind enemy lines, often unarmed, a special force of American and British museum directors, curators, art historians, and others, called the Monuments Men, risked their lives scouring Europe to prevent the destruction of thousands of years of culture.
Focusing on the eleven-month period between D-Day and V-E Day, this fascinating account follows six Monuments Men and their impossible mission to save the world's great art from the Nazis.
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Brave art protectors fight Nazi theft and destruction.
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Who is this book for?
If you've ever wondered how priceless artworks survived during wartime, this book pulls you into the tense, daring world of the Monuments Men. It reads like a thrilling adventure centered on unsung heroes who risked everything to preserve human cultural heritage, making history not just about battles but about magnificent art and bravery.