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WW1 - German Espionage - in disguise as a woman
WW1 - The Little German Maid - German Espionage - a German soldier prepares to get into disguise as a woman in order to infiltrate an approaching band of allied cavalry troops. Date: 1915
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Disguise Disguised Dressed Dressing Espionage Prepares Spies Spying Infiltrate Infiltration
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the intrigue and danger of World War I espionage as a German soldier discreetly prepares to don a female disguise in order to infiltrate an approaching band of Allied cavalry troops. Dated 1915, this image offers a rare glimpse into the clandestine world of German intelligence operations during the First World War. The soldier, dressed in the uniform of the Imperial German Army, is meticulously transforming himself into a convincing female persona. His face is obscured by a scarf, and he dons a long, flowing skirt and a blouse, complete with a shawl and a hat adorned with flowers. With a determined expression, he checks his reflection in a small mirror, ensuring that every detail of his disguise is perfect. The use of disguises was a common tactic employed by both sides during the war, as soldiers and spies sought to gain valuable intelligence and disrupt enemy operations. The risks were high, as a failed attempt at infiltration could result in capture, torture, and even execution. This photograph, titled 'WW1 - The Little German Maid - German Espionage,' is a poignant reminder of the often overlooked role of espionage in the larger narrative of the First World War. It invites us to consider the human stories behind the larger conflict, and the lengths to which individuals were willing to go in the name of their country and their cause.
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