Zahachevskyi, Yevstakhii

Spohady frontovyka: Odyseia siroho "koliaboranta" [Front-Line Memoirs: Odyssey of a Grey "Collaborator"]

Munich: Vyd. Brat. l-oi Ukr. Dyv. UNA, 1952. Publisher's wrappers with the original dust jacket. Item #814

Book measures: 20.5 x 14.5 cm. 237 pages: portrait. Text in Ukrainian. The copy is in very good condition with minor wear on the front wrapper. However, the dust jacket exhibits some chipping and tearing along the edges.

This book offers a unique perspective from a young Ukrainian soldier who, during World War II, found himself in the German army while passionately yearning for Ukraine's freedom. His vivid narrative immerses readers in the harsh realities of the Eastern Front, portraying brutal battles and scorched landscapes. Amidst this backdrop, the soldier grapples with profound conflicts—juxtaposing military duty and honor with a uniform misaligned with Ukrainian aspirations. These gripping memoirs, filled with stark realism and a deep aversion to war's horrors, shed light on the sacrifices made by countless Ukrainians in foreign uniforms. E. Zahachevskyi's account serves as a testament to the unwavering dedication of a young Ukrainian generation, committed to Ukraine's liberation. This edition, presented by the Brotherhood and honoring the 1st Ukrainian Division of the Ukrainian National Army (UNA), carries profound significance in sharing this compelling narrative.

Authored by the Ukrainian refugee, this limited-edition book was disseminated in DP camps across post-war Germany, reflecting the enduring spirit and resolve of the displaced community despite facing resource shortages and military censorship in a tumultuous historical period.

Price: $300.00