Four-Fifty Miles to Freedom

Four-Fifty Miles to Freedom is a memoir by Maurice Andrew Brackenreed Johnston, first published in 1919, recounting the experiences of British officers during World War I as prisoners of war in the Ottoman Empire. The narrative details their struggles for survival, camaraderie, and the harsh realities of captivity, particularly after being relocated to a new camp in Changri. The book highlights their determination to escape and the challenges they face, offering insights into the resilience of the human spirit in dire circumstances.