VideoBetween 1940 and 1944 an isolated plateau in France became the scene of a remarkable rescue mission. The village of Le Chambon Sur Lignon and surrounding communities, sheltered refugees from all across Europe. Their local pastor, Andre Trocme, led a secret campaign to defy the Nazis, which ultimately protected the lives of around 3,500 Jewish people. Peter Grose has written a book called A Good Place to Hide about Le Chambon and he came into CPX to share the story and what motivated the community.
Le Chambon: A good place to hide
Peter Grose tells the story of the town of Le Chambon which saved around 3,500 Jews in World War Two