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True Spies: Classic - The Illegal | KGB

Jul 30, 2024
Jack Barsky, a former KGB agent who lived undercover in the U.S., shares his gripping tale of espionage. He recounts his life as a seemingly ordinary American family man while harboring deep secrets. Barsky elaborates on the rigorous training spies undergo, the psychological toll of living a double life, and his emotional struggle between loyalty to the KGB and his American family. His transformative journey highlights the complexities of identity and the unexpected relationships that developed, including ties with the FBI.
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