About this episode

Clare Mulley assesses the legacy of Elżbieta Zawacka, a key figure in the Polish resistance during World War II.

Elżbieta Zawacka, who played a key role in the Home Army’s resistance efforts, was one of the most highly decorated women in Polish history. Clare Mulley assesses her legacy. Read by Leighton Pugh. Read the essay here: https://engelsbergideas.com/portraits/agent-zo-the-spy-who-saved-poland/ . Image: Monument to Agent Zo. Credit: Alamy

People in this episode

Host: Leighton Pugh

Guest: Clare Mulley

Topics covered

• Polish history
• World War II
• female spies
• resistance movements
• legacy assessment

Keywords

• Elżbieta Zawacka
• spy
• Poland
• Home Army
• resistance
• World War II
• female heroes

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Home Army

Places: Poland

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