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True Spies: Classic - Team Alpha
Jul 9, 2024
Discover the captivating mission of CIA's Team Alpha in Afghanistan post 9/11, facing dangers, negotiations with warlords, and the tragic loss of a team member. Uncover the complexities of espionage, Afghan tribal politics, and American intervention in the aftermath of 9/11.
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- Team Alpha was a diverse CIA unit operating in post-9/11 Afghanistan to gather intelligence on Al Qaeda.
- CIA's approach involved small teams aiding indigenous allies in combating Al Qaeda across different regions.
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The Formation of Team Alpha and their Mission in Afghanistan
In 2004, journalist Toby Harndon becomes fascinated with Team Alpha, a group of eight CIA officers sent to Afghanistan after 9 -11. David Tyson, a retired CIA officer and Uzbek linguist, joins the team. The mission focuses on gathering intelligence on Al -Qaeda to prevent another attack like 9 -11.
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