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Green Berets and Covert Ops
Jan 13, 2024
Former Special Forces and CIA case officer James Stejskal and Jeff Stein delve into Green Beret missions in Berlin, covert CIA operations, recruitment challenges in Russia, the conflict in Ukraine, and thrilling espionage fiction.
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- Special Forces in Berlin aimed to disrupt Russian reinforcements during a potential invasion with sabotage operations.
- NOC officers operate without diplomatic cover, risking severe consequences if caught, emphasizing the dangers of clandestine work.
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The Role of Army Special Forces in Cold War Berlin
Army Special Forces deployed in West Berlin during the Cold War were tasked with sabotaging railway lines in East Germany in case of a Soviet invasion. Their mission included disrupting communication centers and leadership targets to impede Russian reinforcements from moving efficiently. Despite the odds, with around 100 Americans against millions of Russians, the Special Forces were prepared to slow down any potential invasion to buy time for the Allies in Western Europe.
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