SATURDAY AT M.I.9, A History of Underground Escape Lines in North-West Europe in 1940-5 by a leading organiser at M.I.9
London. Published by Hodder & Stoughton Ltd., 1969. Thirs impression.8vo.pp.327 + maps + black and white photographs including map end papers, acknowledgments and index. Black cloth hardcover in original graphical dust wrapper being rubbed on spine and chipped in one place else a very good copy. Item #195238
ISBN: 0340025972
"Saturday at M.I.9" by Airey Neave is a compelling account of the clandestine operations of the British intelligence agency M.I.9 during World War II. The book delves into the agency's efforts to aid Allied soldiers and airmen in escaping from occupied Europe. Airey Neave, who himself was a former prisoner of war and later an M.I.9 officer, provides firsthand insights into the intricate escape networks, the bravery of the resistance fighters, and the meticulous planning involved in these daring rescue missions. The narrative highlights the ingenuity and determination of those who risked their lives to ensure the safe return of Allied personnel.
Price: $30.00