Courage and Cabaret: Josephine Baker’s Secret War

Event Description

Join us for an illuminating talk with historian Professor Hanna Diamond as she uncovers this extraordinary wartime story, drawing from her recently published book “Josephine Baker’s Secret War”. Best known as a dazzling American performer and icon of the Jazz Age, Baker also served as a courageous spy for the French Resistance during World War II. Professor Diamond will reveal how Baker used her fame, charisma, and international tours to carry messages, gather intelligence, and support the fight. This event offers a rare look at the secret life of one of the 20th century’s most remarkable figures. REGISTER NOW