The Volunteers

Two mountain rescue organisations - one near Seattle, Washington, the other in Tyrol, Austria - are linked by a surprising connection, which is particularly evident in a book that emerged from the Second World War. On his journey from America to Austria and back again, US historian Mark Weiner sheds light on the origins and significance of the work of the two organisations. Both organisations arose from deep roots in their homeland. Because before you can save a stranger, you first have to love your own homeland.