Boyd, Douglas
Female Secret Agents
- ISBN 13:
- 9781803993751
- author:
- Boyd, Douglas
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- The History Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 328
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 13 x 2.8 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- Biography, Military, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
The female secret agents who shaped history's course. In the shadows of war-torn Europe, women risked everything to resist the forces of oppression. From 1914-18 in Belgium and northern France, to the Second World War, these women of diverse backgrounds and social classes used their intelligence, strength, and courage to undermine enemy efforts. Despite facing severe restrictions on their rights, they continued to work as secret agents. This book explores the lives and motivations of these remarkable women, shedding light on their experiences and the reasons behind their bravery.
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