DOCUMENTED HISTORY
The Kvarstad ships and D/S Charente
The 1942 attempt to reach Britain led to Egge’s capture and three years in German captivity.
A dangerous attempt
After escaping to Sweden, Egge joined one of the Kvarstad ships. In March 1942 the vessels attempted to break through the German blockade.
Captured by German forces
The ship carrying Egge was intercepted and its crew taken prisoner. This began the road to Sonnenburg and Sachsenhausen.
A decisive chapter
The operation connects Norwegian maritime history, resistance and Egge’s personal wartime experience.
