Conspiracy Theories

The Real Life James Bond Pt. 1

Nov 8, 2023
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Sidney Reilly
Meet Sidney Reilly, the real-life James Bond and inspiration behind Ian Fleming's novels. Explore his adventures, conflicting accounts of his early life, and his exceptional language skills. Learn about his early experiences as a spy in Brazil and his unexpected source of income. Follow his espionage career in Holland, Persia, and China, where he forms friendships and uncovers secrets. Witness his desperate escape and collapsing plans as he fights for survival.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
Conflicting Versions and a New Identity
02:41 • 4min
3
A Spy's Early Experiences and Skills
06:19 • 10min
4
The Spy's Unexpected Source of Income
16:14 • 4min
5
Sidney's Espionage Career Begins
20:26 • 12min
6
Secrets, Friendships, and Access: Sidney's Mission Unfolds
32:33 • 3min
7
Sidney Riley's Espionage Journey
36:00 • 11min
8
A Desperate Escape and Collapsing Plans
46:49 • 6min