'In the first parachute drop of World War II, the Germans invaded Crete on 20th May, 1941. Creforce details the incredible bravery of the Australian and New Zealand soldiers and of the people of Crete who risked their own lives by harbouring these soldiers during the invasion. The battle of Crete was the first time that invading German troops faced a concerted resistance effort from the civilian population.' (Publication Summary)
