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Veil : the secret wars of the CIA, 1981-1987

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In 'Veil: The Secret Wars of the CIA 1981-1987', Bob Woodward delves into the clandestine maneuvers and controversial decisions of CIA Director William Casey during the Reagan era.

The book provides a gripping look at covert operations in foreign lands and the intricate political machinations within the U.S.

, raising questions about the moral and ethical dimensions of power in national security.

It highlights key operations such as the arming of the Afghan mujahideen and the Iran-Contra affair, which had significant implications for U.S.

foreign policy.

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Mentioned by Chris Whipple as a classic biography of William Casey.
Lawfare Archive: The Spymasters with Chris Whipple

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