The Invisible, Afflicted Spy Who Led the U.S. Army into Occupied Manila(atlasobscura.com)

The Invisible, Afflicted Spy Who Led the U.S. Army into Occupied Manila

https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/josefina-guerrero-spy-philippines-world-war-ii

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TIL that Neal Stephenson based the character of Glory Altamira in Cryptonomicon on a real woman.

I just assumed he made up the idea of a Filipina resistance fighter afflicted with leprosy.

roomey4 anni fa

He is such a good writer, I'm listening to quicksilver at the moment. The way he twists and turns a story and weaves in history is so enjoyable.

xeromal4 anni fa

Incredible story. Bravery like this is always special and deserves to be publicized. I'm happy she was actually rewarded in some small way.

bghfm4 anni fa

Awesome story. Added The Leper Spy to my reading list.

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