I am extremely proud of all my published works and I am delighted to share that I have another project in development, set to be released in the Autumn of 2025!
It's called ‘The White Lady’ and is the true story of the most important SIS / MI6 intelligence networks behind enemy lines in Belgium in World War One and World War Two.
The name originates from a legend stating that the apparition of a white lady would foretell the decline and fall of the Hohenzollern royal dynasty, rulers of Brandenburg-Prussia and subsequently imperial Germany. The symbolism is evident: through its activities, 'The White Lady' spy network aimed to hasten the end of German occupation in Belgium and precipitate the downfall of the royal dynasty.
Throughout Belgium, observation posts were established to collect intelligence on the German army, including their defences, train movements, and military installations. Brave Belgian men and women operated behind enemy lines in both Belgium and Luxembourg, gathering crucial information for the Secret Intelligence Service (SIS). This intelligence was then smuggled out through neutral Holland in reports and messages.
During the Second World War, the network was reactivated and known as the Clarence Service. The intelligence they secured included details on German coastal defences, the effects of Allied bombings, and the positioning of German military units. This information had significant impacts on the strategic outcomes of the war by aiding the Allies in their planning and execution of operations.
With my research, delving into declassified files from archives in Belgium and London, this book will reveal the high-stakes drama and tension experienced by the leaders and agents of these networks. It highlights tales of betrayal where agents paid the ultimate price in the quest for liberty. My findings shed light on the bravery of both men and women who were part of these networks, and the inventive methods they employed to gather intelligence for London, influencing the course of both World Wars.
This book is a break-through in this realm of the war effort.
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