Marjorie Frances Esclairmonde Stewart (Lady Marling) (18 May 1912 – 9 November 1988) was a British actress and a member of the Special Operations Executive (SOE) during World War II.
Contrary to her film portrayal as a field agent, historical records suggest her primary contributions were administrative, though she played a key role in planning operations and possibly training female spies.
After leaving the SOE in 1946, Stewart resumed her acting career, taking on small roles in various films through the 1950s, including Little Big Shot and The Lost King.
While her cinematic portrayal introduced her to a wider audience, it is her quiet yet significant contributions to the war effort, particularly in supporting and planning roles within the SOE, that form her true legacy.
However, it is important to note that many aspects of her portrayal are fictionalised, including her direct participation in field operations and her depicted marksmanship skills.