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The Dirty Tricks Department

Stanley Lovell, the OSS, and the Masterminds of World War II Secret Warfare

Book • 2025

The Dirty Tricks Department by John Lisle explores the untold story of the OSS Research and Development Branch, led by Stanley Lovell, which developed innovative and often unconventional weapons and tactics during World War II. The book delves into the moral dilemmas faced by these scientists and their legacy in influencing later CIA programs like MKULTRA.

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Mentioned in 6 episodes

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