Leif Larsen
Norwegian sailor and Shetland Bus skipper who made more than 50 clandestine missions between Shetland and occupied Norway during World War Two and became one of the most decorated naval officers of the war.
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Feb 16, 2026 • 11min
World War Two’s Shetland Bus
Leif Larsen, Norwegian sailor and Shetland Bus skipper who made over 50 clandestine crossings during WWII and became highly decorated. He recalls fleeing Norway and joining secret runs from Shetland. Harrowing winter crossings, smuggling agents and ammunition, dodging German patrols and air attacks. Plans to attack the Tirpitz and later upgrades to faster submarine chasers are also discussed.
