The spy next door: Moscow's century-long plot to infiltrate the west
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The Craft of Espionage: Soviet Illegals Training
This chapter explores the extensive training program for Soviet operatives, detailing the rigorous selection process and the indoctrination into the espionage culture. It traces the historical roots of Russian intelligence, examining how ordinary individuals became effective spies during the Bolshevik era and the Cold War. The narrative highlights the perilous lives of agents operating undercover, illustrating their triumphs and tragic downfalls within a complex landscape of loyalty, deception, and war.
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