Malcolm Gaskill
Historian and author of The Glass Mountain, which traces his great-uncle Ralph's experiences as a WWII prisoner of war in Italy and the author's subsequent research and travels.
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Feb 23, 2026 • 44min
Following the footsteps of a WW2 prisoner of war
Malcolm Gaskill, historian and author of The Glass Mountain, traces his great-uncle Ralph’s WWII odyssey from capture in Libya to daring escapes in Italy. He recounts finding memoirs and archives, walking Camp 65, a hair-raising plan to steal a plane, narrow near-captures, and the surprising bravery of Italians who sheltered escapees. The narrative blends detective-style research with personal family memory.
