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The Untold Stories of Women in World War One, with Rick Stroud

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Women of Valor: Spies and Nurses in WWI

This chapter explores the courageous roles women played in intelligence gathering and humanitarian efforts during World War One, particularly in occupied Belgium. Through personal stories, it highlights their cleverness in encoding messages and the severe risks they faced, including arrest and execution. The narrative showcases a dedicated nurse's selfless actions, her moral conviction, and the lasting legacy left by women who defied oppressive regimes.

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