Published Dec 10, 2024
“An Imperial History of the CIA” – with Hugh Wilford
Hugh Wilford delves into the imperial roots of the CIA, exploring how Western imperial structures molded the agency's economic, cultural, and intelligence operations, and highlights figures like Kermit Roosevelt and Sherman Kent whose actions were shaped by imperial ambitions. The episode also examines Groton School's role in embedding British imperial values within the CIA's early leadership and operational principles.

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