https://www.aviation-defence-universe.com/the-unlikely-spy-of-world-war-ii-noor-inayat-khan/ The Unlikely Spy of World War II: Noor Inayat Khan By Jai Kumar Verma New Delhi. 06 September 2024. In the annals of history, certain heroes stand out not just for their courage, but for their quiet dedication to a cause larger than themselves. Among these is Noor-un-Nisa Inayat Khan, an Indian-origin British spy whose extraordinary bravery during World War II has often gone unnoticed. Born into a royal lineage and raised in a family of musicians and mystics, Noor seemed an unlikely candidate for the perilous life of a secret agent. Yet, she became one of the most daring and resilient operatives for the Special Operations Executive (SOE), risking everything to aid the Resistance in Nazi-occupied France. This is the story of Princess Noor, the unsung heroine who defied the odds to become a symbol of courage and sacrifice. Noor was an incredible choice to operate as a spy in a hostile area bec
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