Alt For Norge – translation: All For Norway – was the rallying motto of the Norwegian resistance who fought against Nazi occupation. That is the subject matter of "A Coat Dyed Black," by Don Pugnetti Jr., pictured June 24, 2024 at the Common Grounds coffee shop in Petersburg, Alaska. The Petersburg Public Library will hold a free meet-the-author event today from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
The Norwegian Resistance during World War II was a dark time for Norway. From 1940 to 1945, thousands of Norwegians fought in this movement against Nazi Germany.
The Norwegians gained independence in 1905, but when Nazi Germany invaded, the Norwegians had to do everything they could to maintain their national identity and solidarity.
On Thursday, June 27, at the Petersburg Public Library, there will be an opportunity to learn and discuss the Norwegian Resistance when Don Pugnetti Jr. talks about his book "A Coat Dyed Black."
"I feel like it's such a timely book," said Kari Petersen, Program Co...
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