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Kate Vigurs shares the daring story of Noor Inayat Khan, a Second World War secret agent who made history when she was sent behind enemy lines <\/p>

By Rhiannon Davies\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Tuesday, 31 October 2023 at 07:02 AM<\/p>

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During the Second World War, Noor Inayat Khan joined the clandestine Special Operations Executive and made history as the first female wireless operator to be dropped behind enemy lines. However, her time in Paris took a deadly turn, as the resistance network fell apart around her and the Gestapo closed in. Rhiannon Davies spoke to Kate Vigurs to hear more about Noor\u2019s stirring life story.\u00a0Please be aware that this episode contains details that some listeners may find upsetting.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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