Hutted Histories: Mission Europe - the ordinary women who did extraordinary things - Dr Kate Vigurs

🎙️ Join us for an enlightening evening with renowned historian Dr. Kate Vigurs!

🌍 Dive into the remarkable tales of the brave women who operated behind enemy lines during World War II. In her captivating book, Mission Europe, Dr. Vigurs reveals the harrowing yet inspiring stories of female agents from the Special Operations Executive (SOE) who were wireless operators, couriers, saboteurs, and resistance heroes.

📚 Over the course of an hour, discover the hidden histories of these war heroines who faced incredible danger, returning to lives often marked by secrecy and obscurity. With newly declassified materials and vivid firsthand testimonies, this is a unique opportunity to hear about the courage of women who significantly influenced the war's outcome.

👩‍🏫 About Dr. Kate Vigurs:
An esteemed author and academic, Dr. Vigurs holds a PhD in history and is a fellow of the Royal Historical Society. Her previous acclaimed work, Mission France, brought the first stories of SOE women to light, earning her multiple nominations for prestigious book prizes. Supported by the Gerry Holdsworth Special Forces Charitable Trust, her latest endeavor, Mission Europe, continues to shed light on these remarkable women.

📅 Date: 10 oktober 17:00 - 19:00
📍 Location: Brook Farm Camp, IP29 5NW
🔗 Learn more about the event here!

💬 Join us for a memorable evening celebrating the fearless women of the SOE and their enduring legacy!