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Science in Cold War Psychological Warfare
The chapter explores the role of scientists in psychological warfare during the Cold War, focusing on tactics used by the United States and the Soviet Union. It discusses programs like Project Troy and the CIA's Mighty Whirlerser that aimed at countering Soviet jamming efforts with propaganda and fake news. The chapter also delves into the effectiveness of various programs and the challenges faced in reaching target audiences.