Chetta

About

Henrietta Chetta Chevalier was a Maltese woman of British nationality who lived in Rome during World War II. Born on April 2, 1901, she became a critical figure in Monsignor Hugh O'Flaherty's "Rome Escape Line" network, which operated under the protection of the Vatican. Her third-floor flat on the Via Imperia served as a crucial depot for supplies and provided shelter for escapees fleeing the Fascist regimes of Europe. Within the organization, she was known by the code name "Mrs. M." The origin of this nom de guerre remains unclear, as it could have referenced her home island of Malta, her mother's maiden name, or some other factor entirely. She passed away on July 9, 1973, leaving behind a legacy of resistance and humanitarian work during one of history's darkest periods.