Hidden Blueprints: "Uncover the untold stories that shaped our world"

Stalag Luft III_ The Great Escape and Nazi Retribution


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In March 1944, Allied POWs staged one of history’s boldest prison breaks from Stalag Luft III – a camp Hitler called "escape-proof." Discover how 76 men outsmarted the Third Reich using forged papers, covert teamwork, and a 30-foot-deep tunnel codenamed **"Harry"**. We’ll break down:

- The genius engineering behind hiding 200+ tons of sand.

- The tragic fate of escapees and Hitler’s brutal retaliation.

- Why this escape reshaped WWII’s POW policies.



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Hidden Blueprints: "Uncover the untold stories that shaped our world"By Amanursahib