Gino Bartali was one of Italy’s greatest cycling champions, winning the Tour de France twice. But during World War II, he used his fame for a terrifying secret mission. He rode hundreds of miles under the guise of “training”. Hidden inside his bicycle’s hollow metal frame were forged identity documents for Jewish refugees fleeing Nazi occupation. Even when interrogated by fascist police, he never cracked. When praised later, Gino said, “Some medals are made to hang on the soul, not the jacket.

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