Conquered, Not Defeated: Growing up in Denmark During the German Occupation of World War II Paperback – October 1, 2003

Written by someone who lived it. Excellent.

I purchased this book because I am going to Danmark in the Fall and also with all the horrors of WWII, the Danish Resistance seemed to provide a positive story. Saving 95% of their jewish population, the strong Danish resistance did something that other nations were unable to achieve (for various reasons). The book is realistic in that not all Danes were resistance to the German occupation, but, by in large the majority of Danes resented the Nazi's and created tactics to derail their occupation. What I liked most about this book was of its simplicity in explaining a country's occupation during WWII. It gave me the impression that for the most part in Danmark during WWII, you were a Dane first and whatever else you were (Jewish, etc) was secondary. Ultimately, regardless of differences, you were a Dane and deserving of help. King Christian X stayed during the occupation, rode his horse through the streets of Copehagen, without any bodyguards and 'cooperated' with the Nazi, but only up to a certain point. Somehow the Dane's saved their Jewish population to Sweden and King Christian and the Queen survived-- bright spots in an otherwise horrible moment in history.

Tveslov's "Conquered, Not Defeated" is a touching look at Denmark during WWII through the eyes of a boy but also with the perception through which the events in that country can be viewed with adult eyes years after the fact. With skill, he takes the reader into the fascinating world of Copenhagen during the war - the occupation and, more importantly, the incredible people who lived and died during that dark period of their history. Theirs is a story worth the telling - and worth the remembering. These true recollections of a middle class boy and his family make the reader realize the profound impact of a war that tore Denmark apart and then united her in ways that no one could foresee. "Conquered, Not Defeated" is a testament to the resiliency, the independence and compassion of the Danish spirit, deftly told . . . a story the reader will not soon forget.

Perspective of a man thinking back on his boyhood in occupied Copenhagen. This book has some insightful observations on the life lived in that time, and fills in some background on the overall broad picture of the culture of the Danes relating to their occupation.

A surprising book about growing up in German controlled Denmark during WW II. Who would have thought that the bases were joint-operated through the 1st half of the occupation, and that king Christian ruled through the entire war? Also it shows that Denmark also sent volunteers to the German army, to fight communism.

This is an exciting true account of a family who had to escapetheir country when it was occupied by the Nazis. It is writtenwith no hype or agenda other than to tell the truth. Highly recommended.

Perhaps the best of kind about what the Danes had to go through during the war. Highly recommended. The author's knowledge and integrity permeate the pages.

Coming from a danish family i can tell you that this seemingly simple read really gives a good feel of the times through a childs eye. Mr. Tvestov gives just enough extra information to be able to understand the times in which he grew up in addition to his personal experience.It's also an entertaining, if slightly repetitive read.

Best book I've read on this subject--and I've read many! The personal stories of the author who lived through it, the historical content--including how the Jews were treated, and photos really highlight what it was like growing up at that time. My Mom was a little girl during the occupation of Denmark. It is the only book that she really identified with on the subject. It brought back many memories for her. We liked the first one we got so much, that we ordered 3 more to give as Christmas gifts (2017) to family members--to help preserve our Danish heritage.

I too was raised in Dk during the war and share some of the same feelings and memories of what life was like, the fears and worries we all had, esp.the morning when all the german planes suddenly came in over the rooftops . I feel the book was true to what happened.

IGreat ! ,

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