Born and raised in the Bronx Morris Cohen and his wife, Lona, were as American as football and fried chicken, but for one detail: they'd spent their entire adult lives stealing American military secrets for the Soviet Union.
The book delves into a daring and perilous espionage operation during World War I, where Allied leaders devised a plan to invade Russia, overthrow Lenin, and replace him with a pro-Allied dictator. This audacious plot aimed to weaken the Red Army and reintegrate Russia into the war against Germany, highlighting the lengths to which the Allies would go in pursuit of their strategic goals. The narrative explores the complexities of international relations and the high stakes involved in this historical moment.
Exploring a little-known chapter of American espionage, this book delves into the covert operations aimed at overthrowing Soviet leader Vladimir Lenin. It uncovers the complexities and moral ambiguities of the "midnight war," highlighting the lengths to which the U.S. government went during a turbulent period. Through detailed accounts and analysis, it reveals the strategic maneuvers and the historical implications of this shadowy conflict, shedding light on a significant yet overlooked aspect of Cold War history.
New in paperback - The surprising story of one of the darkest episodes in espionage history: the 'midnight war' devised by America and Allied powers to depose Soviet leader Vladimir Lenin and invade Russia.