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SOE Aldershot

SOE Aldershot was the Secret Operations Executive’s training facility located near Aldershot, England. During World War II, it trained covert agents and resistance fighters in espionage, sabotage, guerrilla tactics, and undercover operations. The aim was to prepare individuals for secret missions behind enemy lines, often involving espionage, sabotage, and unconventional warfare. The facility played a crucial role in developing skills used by spies and resistance groups, contributing significantly to covert wartime efforts. Its work helped Allies gather intelligence, disrupt enemy activities, and support resistance movements across occupied territories.