Wine and War
The French, the Nazis, and the Battle for France's Greatest Treasure
by:
Don Kladstrup
in:
European History
Summary:
The book narrates the struggle of French winemakers to protect their cherished vineyards and vintages from Nazi plunder during World War II. It details the ingenious methods they used to hide and save their wines, as well as the cultural importance of wine in French identity and resistance.
Key points:
1. French Wine Significance: The book underscores wine's role in French identity and national pride, and its theft by Nazis during WWII as an attack on France's core.
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