Espionage - A Weapon During the Cold War

Overview

Espionage expert Werner Juretzko shares firsthand experiences from the Cold War, detailing spy missions, interrogations, and the inner workings of intelligence agencies like the KGB and Stasi.

Syllabus

• Introduction to Espionage in the Cold War
Overview of Cold War dynamics
Role of espionage in international relations
• Profiles of Key Intelligence Agencies
The KGB: Structure, functions, and operations
The Stasi: Methods and impact on East Germany
Comparison with Western intelligence agencies (CIA, MI6)
• Espionage Techniques and Tools
Surveillance methods and technology
Communication and encryption techniques
Recruitment and handling of spies
• Werner Juretzko's Spy Missions
Personal narratives and mission case studies
Strategies and tactics employed
Lessons learned from the field
• Interrogation Methods and Counterintelligence
Psychological tactics used during interrogations
Counterintelligence strategies
The role of double agents
• Espionage and Human Impact
The personal risks and ethical dilemmas of espionage
Impact on individuals and communities in East and West
• The Legacy of Cold War Espionage
Influence on modern intelligence practices
Cold War intelligence failures and successes
How espionage shaped the outcome of the Cold War
• Conclusion: Lessons from the Cold War
Reflection on Juretzko's experiences
Implications for current and future intelligence operations
• Optional Guest Lectures and Discussions
In-depth interviews with former intelligence officers
Roundtable discussions on ethical considerations in espionage

Subjects

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