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Experiences of Lieut. D. McDonald in Swiss escape
Continued account details Lieut. D McDonald and a small group escaping from a prison train. They walked 120 miles to reach Switzerland in six days across rough terrain to St Moritz, aided by a helpful 85 year old peasant and later by Swiss guards. They crossed the border under watch, were offered hospitality, and McDonald served as welfare officer for escaped POWs for 11 months, organizing libraries, a jazz band, and welfare activities with assistance from the YMCA and British government.
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