Bell's Books and Blog September 6, 2024 -- Historic Undercover Operations

Update: 2024-09-06

Description

In this episode of the Bell's Books and Blog Podcast, host Jane M. Bell focuses on undercover operations throughout history, starting with the FBI program known as COINTELPRO. This initiative from the 1950s to 1970s aimed to disrupt political organizations deemed 'dangerous' or 'radical,' leading to controversies about the balance between national security and civil liberties. The episode then discusses the Office of Strategic Services, or OSS, a precursor to the CIA that conducted critical intelligence gathering during WWII. Lastly, Jane explores the brave actions of the French Resistance during Nazi occupation. These stories illustrate the complexities of espionage, questioning the balance between national security, civil liberties, and the defiance against enemies. As a bonus, Jane shares progress on her upcoming four-book historical thriller series and offers some exciting reading recommendations.