Odette Hallowes
| Name | Odette Hallowes |
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| Birth date | 28 April 1912 |
| Birth place | Amiens, France |
| Death date | 13 March 1995 |
| Death place | Walton-on-Thames, England |
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| Occupation | World War II spy |
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Odette Hallowes (28 April 1912 – 13 March 1995) was a French-British World War II spy who played a significant role in the resistance against the Nazi occupation of France.
Early Life[edit | edit source]
Odette Marie Céline Brailly was born on 28 April 1912 in Amiens, France. She grew up in a patriotic family and developed a strong sense of duty and courage from a young age.
World War II[edit | edit source]
During World War II, Odette joined the SOE, a British organization that supported resistance movements in Nazi-occupied Europe. She was trained as a spy and parachuted into France in 1942 under the code name "Lise."
Odette worked with the French Resistance, providing crucial intelligence to the Allies and helping coordinate sabotage operations against the German forces. Her bravery and resourcefulness earned her the respect of her colleagues and the admiration of the French people.
Capture and Imprisonment[edit | edit source]
In 1943, Odette was betrayed to the Germans and captured. She endured months of interrogation and torture but never revealed any sensitive information. Despite the harsh conditions of her imprisonment, she remained defiant and resilient.
Post-War Life[edit | edit source]
After the war, Odette was awarded the George Cross, the highest civilian decoration for bravery in the United Kingdom. She settled in England and wrote her memoir, "Odette: The Story of a British Agent," which detailed her wartime experiences.
Odette Hallowes passed away on 13 March 1995 in Walton-on-Thames, England, leaving behind a legacy of courage and sacrifice.
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