In World War II, 37 women were dropped in occupied France to work as Special Operations Executive agents and "set Europe ablaze". 13 never returned. They were executed in Hitler's concentration camps. This is the story of eight of these female agents, all from civilian life, who were warned of the likelihood of arrest, torture and a brutal death before they volunteered. None demurred. The women were given months of arduous fitness, gun, explosives, endurance and code training before parachuting into occupied territory. But ...
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In World War II, 37 women were dropped in occupied France to work as Special Operations Executive agents and "set Europe ablaze". 13 never returned. They were executed in Hitler's concentration camps. This is the story of eight of these female agents, all from civilian life, who were warned of the likelihood of arrest, torture and a brutal death before they volunteered. None demurred. The women were given months of arduous fitness, gun, explosives, endurance and code training before parachuting into occupied territory. But this story also contains eight very personal tales. Why did these women volunteer? Where did they come from? Marcus Binney tells of a life of resistance work and undercover operations, clandestine activities and even armed combat, and a constant fear of discovery. But above all this book tells of extreme bravery and devotion to duty.
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Seller's Description:
Near Fine in Very Good jacket. Binney's highly readable account of remarkable women is in near fine order throughout. Crisp, clean and bright internally. Smart blue boards, very lightly bumped, with bright gilt titling to spine. VG unclipped d/j. This is a charity sale for Friends Of Morston Church (reg.1099831). 8vo. 380pp.
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1st edition, 1st printing. 380 pp. Glossary, bibliography, index. Fine book (no markings) / Fine dust jacket (price not clipped; 1/4" tear top front spinefold). A clean, fresh copy.
