How a Single Document Almost Changed the Course of the Cold War
Good information was urgently needed. But once in hand it proved very dangerous indeed. Here's What You Need to Know: The most dangerous document of the Cold War may also have been its most valuable. Everyone who has ever read a spy novel knows the basic plot line. A scientist has developed a formula, or intelligence operative has obtained secret plans or a roll or film. Whoever possesses the prize will tip the balance of power or an international confrontation in their favor, and both sides fight to the limits of their ability to obtain it. Virtually every spy novelist has used this scenari...
Source: nationalinterest.org