June 28Jun 28 Mata Hari (1876-1917) was a Dutch exotic dancer and courtesan who became famous as an alleged spy during World War I. Arrested by France for allegedly spying for Germany, she was convicted and executed in 1917. Many historians believe the evidence against her was weak, making her one of history's most famous and controversial spy figures.
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