New docu-drama reveals stories of female spies in World War II

mirror.co.uk January 11, 2025, 08:00 AM UTC

A new docu-drama, "The Lost Women Spies," reveals the stories of female secret agents during World War II. These women, recruited by Winston Churchill, undertook dangerous missions in Nazi-occupied France, often facing capture and execution. The series highlights the bravery of agents like Noor Inayat Khan, who was betrayed by a double agent and executed. It also uncovers the efforts of Vera Atkins, who sought to uncover the fates of her missing agents after the war. The docu-drama premieres on January 14, 2025, showcasing the sacrifices and challenges faced by these women, many of whom were not recognized until years later.


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