Grace Srinivasan

Biography

Noor-un-Nisa Inayat Khan was a British-Indian agent in France during World War II, serving as the first female wireless operator under the codename Madeleine for the Special Operations Executive (SOE). She played a crucial role in aiding the French Resistance and was betrayed, captured, and executed at Dachau concentration camp. Posthumously awarded the George Cross, she remains a symbol of bravery and patriotism. Her service to the SOE marked a pivotal moment in her life.