First American Ranger Battalion executes daring escapes from German POW camps during World War II in Europe - TDPel Media

First American Ranger Battalion executes daring escapes from German POW camps during World War II in Europe - TDPel Media

When you think of daring escapes from enemy camps during World War II, you might picture Hollywood heroes like Steve McQueen in The Great Escape. But the real-life adventures of the First American Ranger Battalion, famously known as Darby’s Rangers, make those movies look tame by comparison. These men weren’t just fearless fighters—they became legends for their audacious escapes, earning the nickname The Houdini Club. The Battle of Cisterna and …