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Resistance to occupation by Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy during the Second World War was not only numerous, but also much more internationally organised than initially thought. This fascinating aspect of the resistance is revealed in the new book , co-edited by Dr Ismee Tames (History and Art History) and Robert Gildea.

Transnational resistance

This landmark book, the product of years of research by a team of two dozen historians led by Robert Gildea, reveals that resistance to occupation by Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy during the Second World War was not narrowly delineated by country but startlingly international. Tens of thousands of fighters across Europe resisted 'transnationally', travelling to join networks far from their homes.

Foreigners

These 'foreigners' were often communists and Jews who were already being persecuted and on the move. Others were expatriate business people, escaped POWs, forced labourers or deserters. Their experiences would prove personally transformative and greatly affected the course of the conflict. From the International Brigades in Spain to the onset of the Cold War and the foundation of the state of Israel, they played a significant part in a period of upheaval and change during the long Second World War.

• Title: Fighters across frontiers. Transnational resistance in Europe, 1936–48
• Editors: Robert Gildea and Ismee Tames
• Publisher: Manchester ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ Press
• ISBN: 9781526151247