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Spies, Lies and Deception

The Imperial War Museum London’s new exhibition tells stories of cunning espionage from the Great War to the present day

Spies, Lies and Deception showcases over 150 objects alongside previously unseen film, photography and specially commissioned interviews to uncover how secret operatives deceive to advance their nation’s interests. It focuses on the human stories of espionage, inviting attendees to consider the human costs of being deceived and of having deception uncovered.

While asking challenging questions about the role of espionage in modern conflict, Spies, Lies and Deception also explores the

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