Lise de Baissac
SOE agent during World War II
Born
May 11th, 1905
120 years ago
Died
March 29th, 2004
21 years ago — 98 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Mauritius
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Born in Mauritius, worked as a secret agent for the Special Operations Executive during World War II. Entered occupied France in 1943, where she conducted espionage and sabotage missions. Took part in various operations to disrupt German forces and support the Resistance. Played a role in coordinating the intelligence of the Allies, contributing to the overall war effort. After the war, shifted focus to humanitarian efforts.
Served as a secret agent in Nazi-occupied France
Successfully executed sabotage missions against German forces
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