Description
Living with the Enemy provides a comprehensive analysis of the German occupation experience in the Western Pyrenees from 1940 to 1948. Sandra Ott examines how local populations adapted to occupation, engaged in collaboration at various levels, and confronted questions of justice and accountability in the post-war period.
The book explores the complex social dynamics of occupied territories, moving beyond simple narratives of resistance and collaboration to reveal the nuanced choices communities made during wartime. Ott investigates how regional identity, economic survival, and political ideology intersected during the occupation, and how communities processed these experiences through post-war justice mechanisms.
Drawing on extensive archival research and local sources, this work offers valuable insights into civilian experiences during WWII and the long-term consequences of occupation on European societies. It contributes significantly to understanding regional variations in occupation experiences across France.
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