Born on June 26, 1921, in Paris, France, to a French mother and English father.
Violette Reine Elizabeth Szabo was born in Paris to a French mother and an English father. Her bilingual upbringing in both French and English proved essential in her future role as a secret agent. She grew up with a rich cultural background, moving to London at a young age. Her birth marks the beginning of a life that would become an epitome of courage, dedication, and resilience. These early years laid the foundation for her courageous acts during World War II.