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How did the American spy Virginia Hall mastermind an astonishing prison break, leading her to become the Gestapo’s most wanted target?

How did the American spy Virginia Hall mastermind an astonishing prison break, leading her to become the Gestapo’s most wanted target?

Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, acts of resistance and courage.

A BBC Studios Podcast production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds.

Producer: Amie Liebowitz
Executive Producer: Paul Smith
Written by Alex von Tunzelmann

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Mon 21 Aug 202316:00
BBC Radio 4

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  • Wed 31 May 202311:30
    BBC Radio 4
  • Mon 21 Aug 202316:00
    BBC Radio 4

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    Historian Alex von Tunzelmann shines a light on extraordinary people from across history.