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#301 – Jack Barsky: KGB Spy

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Mastering Espionage: Skills of a KGB Spy

This chapter explores the detailed training of KGB spies in espionage techniques, focusing on Morse code and radio communications. It highlights the complexities of manual encryption methods, particularly the one-time pad, and the challenges involved in maintaining secure communications without computational aid.

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