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Nazi Prisoner on the Run

During World War II, both the United States and Canada interned German prisoners of war in camps located within their territories. But did you know that on the morning of January 24, 1941, a lone German POW held in Canada managed to escape, becoming a minor national celebrity in the process? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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05 Jun 2024

During World War II, both the United States and Canada interned German prisoners of war in camps located within their territories. But did you know that on the morning of January 24, 1941, a lone German POW held in Canada managed to escape, becoming a minor national celebrity in the process?

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