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The Soviet Spy in the Cotswolds

The Soviet Spy in the Cotswolds

FromWarfare


The Soviet Spy in the Cotswolds

FromWarfare

ratings:
Length:
26 minutes
Released:
Jul 14, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

A mother of three living in a small British village, and an accomplished Soviet operative who co-ordinated a network of spies within Britain's atomic weapons programme. In this episode, Ben Macintyre joins Dan Snow to discuss one of the greatest spies of the 20th century, the woman alternately known as Mrs Burton, Agent Sonya and, her real name, Ursula Kuczynski. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Released:
Jul 14, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

From Napoleonic battles to Cold War confrontations, the Normandy landings to 9/11, this podcast opens up fascinating new perspectives on how wars have shaped and changed our modern world. Each week, twice a week, war historian, writer, and broadcaster, James Rogers, teams up with fellow historians, veterans, and experts to reveal astonishing new histories of inspirational leadership, breakthrough technologies, and era defining battles. Together they highlight the stark realities and consequences of global warfare. Join us on the front line of military history.Follow on Twitter @HistoryHitWW2. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.