Imagine you’re a British pilot, shot down over enemy‑occupied France. There’s only one thought in your mind —escape back to Britain.

It’s not going to be easy, with German patrols out hunting for you, so you’re very glad when you find a group of loyal, dedicated Frenchmen who are doing their best to see that someone like you gets home safely.

But if you’re a Gestapo agent, what better way to smash such a “life-line” than to pose as a stranded British airman…

Story: CG Walker

Art: CT Rigby

Cover: Philpott