The Spymaster Who Created the OSS and Modern American Espionage
In "The Spymaster Who Created the OSS and Modern American Espionage," author William J. Langer reveals the captivating true story of William J. Donovan, the brilliant lawyer and decorated World War I hero who founded the Office of Strategic Services (OSS),the precursor to the CIA.
4.2 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 31256 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
X-Ray | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 482 pages |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Donovan was a visionary leader who recognized the importance of intelligence in modern warfare. He created the OSS in 1942, and under his leadership, the organization played a vital role in the Allied victory in World War II.
The OSS conducted a wide range of covert operations, including espionage, sabotage, and propaganda. It also played a major role in the development of new technologies, such as the atomic bomb. After the war, the OSS was disbanded, but its legacy lived on. The CIA was created in 1947, and it adopted many of the OSS's methods and techniques.
"The Spymaster Who Created the OSS and Modern American Espionage" is a fascinating look at the life and career of one of the most important figures in American intelligence history. Langer's book is full of thrilling stories of espionage and intrigue, and it provides a valuable insight into the development of the modern intelligence community.
4.2 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 31256 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
X-Ray | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 482 pages |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
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4.2 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 31256 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
X-Ray | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 482 pages |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |