Emma van Taack lived in Holland when the war broke out. She witnessed the German assault on Rotterdam and lived through the occupation. Becoming a teenager during the war, Emma joined a Dutch resistance cell, where she actively fought against the German forces. She assisted Allied soldiers, acted as a messenger, and risked her life numerous times throughout the war.
She visited Crestwood in February 2009, where she was interviewed by students Michael Armel and Dallas Barrs.
Videos
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- 1. Life before the war
- 2. Wartime sacrifices
- 3. Joining the Resistance
- 4. The bombing of Rotterdam
- 5. Deserter from German Army
- 6. False Identity Cards
- 7. High school picture
- 8. Bombing of Rotterdam
- 9. Emma witnessing the bombings
- 10. Halifax Pilot
- 11. People saved during the war
- 12. News of Allied advance
- 13. Memories of Canadian soldiers
- 14. Life after the war
- 15. Coming to Canada
