Bonus: The Cold War Superagent and the Ruthless Head of the CIA

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Dec 16, 202117:01Society & Culture

Unknown History is on hiatus between seasons, but in the meantime, we hope you enjoy this special excerpt from Agent Sniper: The Cold War Superagent and the Ruthless Head of the CIA by Tim Tate, brought to us by our coll...

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