The Rest Is Classified 21. Death on the Thames: The Poisoned Umbrella (Ep 2)
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Feb 19, 2025 Dive into the chilling tale of Georgi Markov, a Bulgarian dissident mysteriously murdered in 1978 London. Discover the elaborate use of a poisoned umbrella and the shadowy figures from the KGB and Bulgarian intelligence. Delve into the intricate web of Cold War espionage, political assassinations, and the investigative challenges faced by British authorities. As the story unfolds, questions of motive and perpetrator remain tantalizingly unresolved, hinting at the dark complexities of political intrigue.
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Markov's Umbrella Jab
- Georgi Markov's wife, Annabelle, recounts his experience of being jabbed with an umbrella tip.
- He showed her the mark, resembling a hypodermic needle.
Umbrella and Media Sensation
- The use of an umbrella as a murder weapon in London added to the media sensation surrounding Markov's death.
- It captured attention due to its British symbolism and the mysterious nature of the murder.
Cold War and Case Reopening
- The investigation into Markov's murder stalled for over a decade.
- The fall of the Bulgarian communist regime and the end of the Cold War offered new hope for answers.
