Profiles in Cold War Espionage

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Two groups of officials observe as two men seated at a table sign documents, with US and Soviet flags visible in the background.

During the Cold War, “the man on the spot” could wield great power over US policy in Europe, Korea, Africa, Latin America, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Iran. Raising the question: Did the influence of individual espionage agents lead to costly mistakes?

Episode Credits

  • Norman Gilliland Host
  • Alfred McCoy Guest
  • Jeff Robbins Technical Director

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