Thank you for bringing the story of Violette Szabo to my attention, Scott. I wasn’t aware of her until now. What incredible bravery. I watched ‘Carve Her Name With Pride’ last night. According to Wikipedia, it was one of the most successful British films that year, which means Ms Szabo’s name must have been widely known until well after the war. But time passes and once-familiar names become obscure. Thank you again for telling this story. I plan a modest pilgrimage next time I’m in London to visit her blue plaque, the SOEs sculpture on the Embankment at Lambeth Palace, and to visit the mural in Stockwell.
She’s also commemorated with a mural in Stockwell, on the side of the deep-level shelter building; and also with a mosaic portrait on the side of Morley College.
If you want a job done, give it to a busy woman. Or in this case, to three phenomenally brave women. Thank you, Scott, for reminding us of their courage and sacrifice.
Incredible stories which need to be remembered. So poignant to see the photo of her on her honeymoon, looking so young and carefree, and to think of what lay in store for her in the remainder of her short life.
Thank you for bringing the story of Violette Szabo to my attention, Scott. I wasn’t aware of her until now. What incredible bravery. I watched ‘Carve Her Name With Pride’ last night. According to Wikipedia, it was one of the most successful British films that year, which means Ms Szabo’s name must have been widely known until well after the war. But time passes and once-familiar names become obscure. Thank you again for telling this story. I plan a modest pilgrimage next time I’m in London to visit her blue plaque, the SOEs sculpture on the Embankment at Lambeth Palace, and to visit the mural in Stockwell.
I must admit to not having seen the movie so far. A reminder to myself that I must!
She’s also commemorated with a mural in Stockwell, on the side of the deep-level shelter building; and also with a mosaic portrait on the side of Morley College.
If you want a job done, give it to a busy woman. Or in this case, to three phenomenally brave women. Thank you, Scott, for reminding us of their courage and sacrifice.
Incredible stories which need to be remembered. So poignant to see the photo of her on her honeymoon, looking so young and carefree, and to think of what lay in store for her in the remainder of her short life.
She was an absolutely amazing person - a genuine hero