Mary Paul was the daughter of James William Paul, Junior. (1851-1908) and Frances Drexel (1858-1901), the daughter of Anthony Joseph Drexel (1826-1893). She was born and raised in Radnor, Pennsylvania, where she grew up and was presented to society in 1907.
During, she helped the American forces in France. During, Mistress Munn, now remarried to Jacques Allez, served the United States Military in a large role. She served as president of the American Aid Society in Paris.
During the French resistance movement, she helped contact the American forces under the code name "Pauline." At the same time, French President Vincent Auriol made her a chevalier of the Legion of Honor.
Speaking of her service, Madame Allez said that her contacts were throughout France, and consisted of people from all walks of life and occupations.
She was also in personal contact throughout the war with the American Legation in Berne, Switzerland, and Robert Murphy, the United States Consul.
Many members of society were present, including the Drexel and Roosevelt families.
