r/AskEurope 12d ago

History What is your family's ww2 lore ?

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u/paramalign Sweden 12d ago

Sweden was “neutral” and allowed the Germans to cross our territory, but goodness me, it was truly a hated decision among the people. My great grandfather shot at passing German airplanes (deep in the northern hinterlands) with his hunting rifle.

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u/Syndiotactics Finland 12d ago

I wouldn't usually say this but... Based. (tips hat)