Notable Female Spies
As the women highlighted here show, female spies have played significant roles throughout history. They worked under challenging and dangerous conditions, and their efforts—though sometimes overlooked—often had a meaningful and lasting impact. Curious to learn more? Check out our list of spies around the world.
The Editors of Encyclopaedia BritannicaThis article was most recently revised and updated by Amy Tikkanen.
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Article Title:
Notable Female Spies
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Encyclopaedia Britannica
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Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published:
01 May 2025
Access Date:
November 14, 2026