Violette Szabo joined the British Special Operations Executive after her husband died in battle. She endured very intense and strenuous training before she could finally start her first mission. Violette's first mission in German occupied France was successful so she immediately volunteered for a second mission. After Violette reached ground on her second and final mission, she was captured by Nazi soldiers and faced a tragic death. Violette recieved many awards for her bravery and her service in the (SOE). - created at