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EPISODE · Jan 29, 2026 · 39 MIN

Allan Hunn (Escape and Evasion Research and Tours) – Retracing The Escape Routes of WWII

from Story Behind the Stone · host Memory Anchor

"It’s impossible to overemphasize the support that many escapers and evaders had."This week on Story Behind the Stone, we speak with Allan Hunn of Escape and Evasion Research and Tours. Allan shares how his work uncovers the routes taken by Allied servicemen crossing the Pyrenees during the Second World War and how retracing those paths helps families connect with acts of courage, sacrifice, and humanity.In this episode:- Learn how Allied aircrew and soldiers escaped occupied Europe through the Pyrenees with the help of local civilians- Hear how meticulous research and on the ground exploration bring escape and evasion stories to life- Discover how walking these routes provides families with understanding, connection, and closure

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