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VIOLETTE SZABO, G.C.
Violette Szabo’s heroism has been well documented in film, literature, on the web, and through many historical biographies and references to the S.O.E. Within Violette’s section of the Charlotte Gray site we’ve included:
BIOGRAPHY
Odette Hallowes G.C., herself a war heroine, called Violette Szabo “the bravest of us all.” The beautiful young widow of a French officer, Szabo lost her life at the tender age of 23 to a Nazi bullet in the back of her neck. Her undying courage has made her one of the most famous of the young women who worked undercover in France during World War II. Load Bio »
IMAGES
We’ve compiled rare photos and articles documenting the courageous life of Violette Szabo, including an article chronicling her daring rescue of an allied spy in German–occupied France. View »
LINKS
Of the many sites referencing the important work of Violette Szabo and those who fought with her, we’ve selected the most informative and enlightening. Surf »
INSPIRATION
The poem, “Yours,” was written by codemaster Leo Marks and used by Violette to authenticate her messages. We’ve included an audio track (recited by music artist Tiu De Haan) as well as the verse. Code »
MORE REAL CHARLOTTES
Learn about other Real Charlottes, who, like Violette Szabo, were the courageous heroines of the S.O.E. “F” Section. »