In today's episode, we unravel the riveting narrative of Margherita Bertola Fray, one of the last surviving heroes of the Italian Resistance during World War II.

Margherita grew up in Turin, immersed in a fiercely anti-Fascist family. The sacrifices and hardships her family endured due to their unwavering opposition.

Answering the Call of the "Resistenza": Margherita transformed into a partisan, joining the Garibaldi Brigade to resist foreign aggressors. The harrowing experiences of bombings, executions, and the brutalities of war faced by all Italians.

Triumph Amidst Struggle: Margherita's daring missions and selfless acts for the underground fighters. The emotional toll of witnessing horrors and the indomitable spirit that carried her through.

Love Across Continents: Margherita's journey to America as a War Bride in 1946, marrying a man she barely knew. Early struggles as a young woman and mother in a foreign land, navigating challenges with resilience.

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Release date

Lydbog: 5. december 2023