Femme Fatales Pt. 5: Mata Hari

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Femme Fatales Pt. 5: Mata Hari

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She's perhaps the most famous femme fatale of the 20th century. And yet, Mata Hari's supposed crimes are shrouded in mystery. Who was this woman who captivated all of Europe? How did she become embroiled in the espionage of WWI? And who masterminded her ultimate fate?
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