Life of the Forgotten D-Day Spy - Lily Sergueiew | True Life Spy Stories
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- Опубліковано 16 сер 2023
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It is December 1943. Operation Fortitude, the Allies’ grand plan to mislead the Axis powers as to the location of the D-Day landings, is in full swing.
Key to the misinformation campaign was a collection of misfit spies, described by Ben McIntyre as “a bisexual Peruvian playgirl, a tiny Polish fighter pilot, a mercurial Frenchwoman, a Serbian seducer, and a deeply eccentric Spaniard with a diploma in chicken farming.”.
The “mercurial Frenchwoman” was Russian-born Nathalie Sergueiew. Known as Lily, she served as a double agent by working for both the German Abwehr and British military intelligence, MI5.
Despite her contribution to the war effort, her legacy has been overshadowed by an incident involving her pet dog Babs.
Lily has since been referred to most uncharitably as “the woman so obsessed with her dog that she tried to derail D-Day”.
Now, for the first time, author Peter Winnington has penned a biography of the life of the intrepid 5th D-Day spy and one which tells the personal side of Lily’s complicated tale.
This then is the story of Lily Sergueiew, the forgotten D-Day spy.
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#philipthompson #codenametreasure
My book contains many details of Lily's life -- especially her adventures on the road -- not included in this video.
And I strongly encourage everyone to pick up a copy!
The paintings that accompany teh video are wonderful..... are they your originals?
The line drawings are by Lily. For the paintings, you'll have to ask Philip Thompson.
@@orionxtc1119 as Peter says, the line drawings, cartoons and sketches are Lily's own work. The paintings were created by me, but are computer generated so I make no claim to be an artist!
I wanted to cry for Lilly, her dog and her shortened life. We need more people like her.
Glad she found love in the end.
It is almost impossible to conceive of this woman's courage. Travelling alone through Europe pre-war; going into the lion's den by joining the Abwehr; becoming a double agent; every move of her life a dangerous one. Yet beaten in the end only by her own body. For those, like myself, who had never heard of her, thankyou so much for this video and the book. I saw her name mentuoned in passing in the book The Traitor of Colditz, and decided to follow up. I am simply astounded by her story. Her work after the war also testifies to her deep heart.
May she be long remembered.
You think this is a good story? You need to read "A Woman of No Importance". It will blow your hair back! Now THAT was an impressive woman!
Wow! Lily’s energy!! This is such a compelling chapter of WWII-thank you for keeping her legacy alive! (Bonus points for her for her love of dogs!)
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I love my pets unconditionally. But I live in a peace time. Lily lived in a war time. She did not understand the concept of war. She did things impulsively. Although she managed not to act on the bad thought, the British intelligence actually did the right thing. Think of the horror that Jewish people went through. 20 millions died in the Soviet Union. And other people from Western and Eastern Europe. Lily did not understand the concept of "sacrifice".
Thank you for the wonderful Babs keeping this awesome woman happy and accompanied during the heroic work she did.
They both deserve to be known and remembered...
What a beautiful story. What courage and determination. She must have loved France almost as much as her beloved Babs. A hidden treasure, for sure. Loved the illustrations. And the narrative. Now for the book. Thanks for opening our souls to Lilly. Greetings from Australia.
France is my favourite country in the world. Love love love it 🍇🥐🧀🍾🥂🍰.
Another fascinating story, Mr Thompson - beautifully told and illustrated.
What a brave, resolute and resourceful woman she was. And although her life was tragically shortened by her illness, she lived it to the full.
Such a shame that she was let down by her British handlers in regard to her beloved pet.
I look forward to enjoying your next production, Sir!
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Thank you Darren, I'm so pleased to hear you enjoyed this one!
She didn’t ask for much. Bring my dog to me! How uncaring and imbecilic could any organization be?
The lady did a lot in the short life she had! Miss you rest in peace!
Yes, especially when you think that the exiled Duchess of Windsor had insisted that several cases of her expensive linen/tablecloths etc - be couriered to her preferred place of residence in the south of France, by the British army! Which was duly complied with. As if they didn't have enough to do in wartime!
@@pipfox7834 Yea ... linen and table cloths do NOT spread rabies
What an amazing Hero, during the worst time in the History of the World. I feel it is a impossible to relate to her life, her courage and determined strength she exhibited only on earth for 38 years.
Let us all return to History and learn from the past to focus on making the World in which we live in now, 2023, a better place for all. Focus on small acts of kindness in your living environments and look back to Lily for the determination to continue good work for all.
Thank you for sharing this history in which we can be proud we have learned from and respected this amazing Woman.
This is the first video of yours I have seen. It was excellent! I have never heard of this lady before. Thank you for presenting it.
I knew this story, But only recognised it once you mentioned the betrayal of her one and only request, about her beloved dog and the promise to get Babs to her, But for the life of me I do not know where or when i heard it. You Sir, put a lot of modern day documentarians to shame with how well you research your subject, and to me did not sound like an AI speech voice over. (Not enough errors) the script was perfect. Unlike (well pick any news story on any popular news site, the majority of their first articles are all grammatically wrong with poor spelling in places, Sure tell that editors have been phased out) Thanks for the fascinating stories you publish, and hope your channel has great success and grows immeasurably.
Thank you, very kind words! Although the credit for research must go to Peter Winnington, and the countless hours he spent researching his book on Lily. This video is based predominantly on his work.
Talk about resilience, drive, and imagination.......
Hell yes, I discovered your channel only a few days ago and have been binging it, excited to see something new too
Same! I just finished reading a book about a Russian woman sniper in WW2, and then I found this channel last night, I'm super excited. I wanted to be a spy when I was little lol, but tbf, I would've sucked at it 😂
I wouldn't classify her as "crazy".
If I made an agreement with someone that my beloved sausage dog would come no later than xxx, I'd expect the agreement to be upheld.
I guess this doesn't include the British.
She could have had her dog after six months' quarantine. The UK's anti rabies laws are less stringent now because of vaccines and pet passports, but in the past they kept us free of that awful disease.
Yep, same out here. The quarantine service has always to be on the lookout for some nutty cat/dog lady (like Mr Depp's floozy) who thinks that the sanest of rules shouldn't apply to them. @@catgladwell5684
Many thanks for this little told story about a truly remarkable woman. I looked in vain for credit for the exceptional illustrations. Looking forward to viewing many more tales of the covert. Many thanks.
Interesting and informative. Excellent photography job enabling viewers to better understand what/whom the orator was describing. Lilly had a strong set of legs. Walking/cycling all those kilometers. One thing for certain very few individuals have the integrity/fortitude. To successfully engage in war time espionage activities.
She was a very active & adventerous girl, & a loveable human being. This she showed towards her pet Barbs. Her sister death after war was equally sad.
Though she had her glorious moments like art galleries, Barbs, marriage, they were short lived.
I am greatfull she didnot die in war & was able to live 5years more after the war. Sad health reasons snatched her away from a blissed life of marriage.
What a brilliant, brave and versatile talent she was! " Divided skirts, a bold move for the times!" How disconnected the world has been from the core human values of a woman! How sad a reflection on human intelligence to trap a woman in the gender mould! Can many people even today match Lily's adventurous and wholesome life in the face of such adversity? Remarkable woman. I would like to read the book for more on her cycling expeditions. Thank you, Philip, for the excellent video.Thanks to both the author and you, she isn't all that "forgotten" a spy. Is 'Caminagent' still in business? Lazy to search on the net, would like a ready answer if you guys know it. Thanks a lot.❤
No one shud be sad that Lily died at the tender age of - 38 - This beautiful amazing young lady ..did more in her short life MORE than MOST of us will ever do in 2 .... 3.... 4 .... life times - She saw most of the world ...she enjoyed so much of her art ....she endangered her own life to help those less fortunate than her ....she showed so much love towards animals and people ..... Truely amazing ...Heroic lady ....Her family and friends shud be so proud of her ....
WHY hasnt ANYONE made a movie about this wonderful lady ?
RIP Lily.
What a great story. What a great woman. Thanks for posting. We could use more women like lilly in today's society.
We have them. They are silenced and labelled by the radical left. Strong women are only valued if they comply 100% with Woke ideology. So, they're here. Find them and support them! ❤
They are definitely there, you just have to look for them (they tend to fly under the radar of mass media somewhat). The head of the Children's Cancer Research centre in Melbourne comes to mind, a 40 year veteran contributor to the much higher survivability rates of of childhood cancer. Another one is the scientist who exposed massive coverup/mismanagement at the QLD forensics branch, successfully fought for a government investigation and internal overhaul recently. Sorry the names of these ladies escape me tonight but they're easily found if you search.
This channel has become one of my favourites. Great work Philip
Thank you. Very gripping fascinating! Well delivered
Such a great story......but I would like to know who painted the wonderful illustrations used for this documentary please. Many thanks..😊
That is a superb documentary Philip. These are stories worth telling and I very much appreciate the lack of sensationalism.
Fascinating and as superbly delivered as always. A constant source of amazement and wonder, thank you for a new story to read and investigate. Thank you Philip
Thanks Ky! As always, I appreciate your constant support.
Thank you for this most interesting documentary about an amazing women.
Your videos are amazing
Thank you so much 😀
What a lovely story of a brave adventureous lady ! 🎉
Koool A new heroine. Thanksalot well done presentation
That’s a badass ending ! 36:28
She fought against the nazis...that was her destiny.
Too bad about Babbs. She was a brave lady❤
A very nice biography piece on Lily, thank you. I can’t imagine people today doing what these people did. How many miles did she travel by bicycle I wonder, living on the road and by her wits. Gutsy, multilingual, very intelligent.
This woman & Celine Dion could be the same person. They look so much alike!
Another excellent documentary, thank you. I was aware of Lily Sergueiew from a book by another popular author and it does seem she was treated rather shabbily by the British. She certainly lived up to her codename "Treasure" in terms of her counter-espionage value. Along with the other Double Cross agents and the teams involved in the deception, she helped to ensure the success of D-Day.
Astonishing life and story. Thank you for sharing. Hope to get the book soon.
Indeed Lily's story needs to be SHOUTED to the world in 2023!!thank you for posting. Regards
The picture from the thumbnail resembles Celine Dion.
What an amazing lady ? She did more in her short life then most of us cud only dream about doing in multiple life times
Such a brave and beautiful person whose story remains hidden behind the great events of those terrible years,
Very interesting historic stories on your channel, and absolutely STUNNING illustrations!
What an unbelievable woman...imagine what she could have accomplish with the correct support& backing...Madame Treasure you are in my heart & thoughts...Australia
1400 MILE Walk ??? OMG !!!! Wat a remarkable lady
How sad for Lily to lose her true little friend and how I sympathise with the especially about the stubbborn english rule on rabies. So much beurocracy and impossible to imagine how she could cope with iit all Such sdness about little Babs and she should never have left her. Beautiful illustrations throughout.
That's why Britain doesn't have rabies.Who are you to rubbish other countries ' quarantine laws.
At 5'. the map is post-WWII while the story is before...
Such an amazing life yet unfairly cut way too short. 😢
4:30 who painted this? lily sergueiew? there are no sources for the painting on internet.
Hello! That image is computer generated. All the impressionist paintings I made with Midjourney. The line drawings and cartoons/sketches shown in the video were done by Lily herself.
Excellent work done by you and Lilly!! Thank you!
You have a great voice
Wow!..a compelling story, well told.
Lilley is an inspiration, she lived life to the full.
What a tough lady! I'm glad she found love and a home in the end. I hate that she was not treated right.
Whoever does the art here is amazing.
Outstanding work
What a woman!
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Lilly should of had them British pay up fr !
What an amazing story!!!
From St Petersburg to Kursk to Paris. Some people know how to pick em!
Map depicted at 13:18is historically incorrect. Doesn't correspond to late 1930s ..
Do you narrate your videos? Excellent work!
I feel like I know her after viewing this story. I have all the books about her and some photographs of her as she was my first cousin once removed. I feel very proud and thankful for what she did to save us all from the horrors that could have been had Hitler succeeded.
Quite an amazing story! Glad I came across it along with some other stories of female spies during WW2!
Great story, thanks for posting. At the 18:00 timstamp, there's a moment of unintentional comedy though. "She put out a feeler to Felix", I was still laughing and missed the next sentence you said. As an old journalist trained in the early 80's, might I put in a word of advice: always check your phrasing before the last draft (to avoid unintentionally distracting your readers, or in this case - listeners!)
WHAT A LIFE.
FANTASTIC.
I feel a great kinship with her, having similar mindset. She was honest, and aimed to do good, found only the companionship and love of a canine, a relationship not valued by others. Wrongfully scorned, and libeled, she nevertheless pushed on.
Amazing lady, great story.
Beautiful and heroic Lady!
What an incrediblewoman. Thx.
Nice lady every little helped i suppose God Bless her!
Please accept my profound thanks for your fine work. It is truly refreshing to enjoy actual historical work instead of the depressing AI generated contemporary historical pornography.
Amazing. WWII
So many untold stories 👍🏾
Thank you philip..so clearly told....such brave women..in the war..so clever..and strong...
Puts us all to shame these days...❤
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Wow ,is this truly British duplicity,who would have guessed
Hardly British "duplicity". Given the seriousness of what was happening, the British had every reason to be careful. Look up the antics of Anthony Blunt!
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Very interesting Who did the paintings? They are excellent.
Given what has come to light since this time and, of course, the questionable loyalty of the current civil service one must wonder whether the bungling on the part of some of the British wasn't deliberate!
Thank you, Lily. May the Lord God remember you in His Kingdom now and forever.
The Soviet Union did not attack Poland on September 1.
I found September 17 as the date that Russia invaded Poland. Suppose 17 days do matter, especially for the Poles.
Great soul 💖
Arriving in Berlin on the night of the long knives 😂
Wow!
A very interesting story about a very courages women.
Girl put some miles on da bike 🚴 ❤
(sobbing) SHE JUST WANTED HER DOG!!!!!! (crying and holding my dog close)
Lovely courageous lady. She deserved more than we gave her, much more.
She drove her MI5 handlers up the wall.
Wow, what a trooper!
I was enthralled by this documentary and learned much that I didn't know and a reinforcement of something I have long suspected. Her story is one of heroism and fortitude. A great woman indeed and I sincerely respect that quality. To withhold recognition is disgusting in the extreme and totally unconscionable. This leads to the reinforcement of my belief that the actions of the government and security services shows these organisations for what they were and still are. They will use, abuse and discard anybody that benefit their requirements to promote an agenda. The Germans did it and the allies did it like for like. This is exploitation of the most callous and sometimes deadly type. My deepest respect to this lady, this heroine and my deep loathing of systems that USE decent people to further their own despotic goals.
Amazing why have we not heard of her
They’re called ‘books.’ ;-)
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In a short time i have watched the stories of Polish pilots during the battle of Brittain and how the were treated after the war. Then a documentary about Alan Turing and now this woman who just wanted her dog around her. What were the famous words of Churchill again, did he knew what these words meant........
A remarkable and very brave woman. What a testament to the English establishment, paying her a miserly income and deducting her rent. We will never see the likes of Lily again.The year Lily died, i was born and here i am 73 yrs later feeling so much anger and shame on how Lily was treated. God bless her.
Lily was a true warrior and bad ass ❤❤
And I have trouble getting out of bed 🛌 in the morning 🙄
Speaking as a English Man I think Lilley was treated very badly by the British intelligence Services and I'm disgusted by the whole lot of them and they obviously didn't give a shit as long as we won the war;and I had three Uncles and a farther who fought in World War two and one was killed when he trod on a Landmine and left a Widow and a young son and My late father was one of the first one's to Liberate Belsom Bardon Death Camp and My late father had Knightmares for over fifty years until his own death on Monday April 29th 1996:and My Uncle Norman fought in the Burma Campaign and he had a hatred for the Japanese and he wouldn't have anything Japanese in his Property
I don't understand what your point is. The British were bankrupt, and had to be very suspicious of everything given what was at stake. Like you, my family served throughout the war and one of my uncles was also one of the first in to Belsen. Individual bungling and incompetence are a fact of life. Feeling hard done by on behalf of others, who probably never complained, is, I think, rather immature! I wonder, have you ever served?
@@nickjung7394regardless of serving or not serving, how she was treated still wasn’t right. I feel bad for lily and anyone else mistreated
@@ardenalexa94vicarious suffering!
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This is interesting and I never know
An amazing women especially for the time. Disappointing the way the British treated her. So sad about her dog Babs, but at least he was with family.