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The KGB

The History and Legacy of the Soviet Union's Notorious Spy Agency

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The KGB

By: Charles River Editors
Narrated by: Colin Fluxman
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The KGB is one of the most famous abbreviations of the 20th century, and it has become synonymous with the shadowy and often violent actions of the Soviet Union’s secret police and internal security agencies. In fact, it is often used to refer to the Soviet state security agencies throughout its history, from the inception of the Cheka (Extraordinary Commission) in 1917 to the official elimination of the KGB in 1992. Whether it’s associated with the Russian Civil War’s excesses, Stalin’s purges, or even Vladimir Putin, the KGB has long been viewed as the West’s biggest bogeyman during the second half of the 20th century.

The KGB: The History and Legacy of the Soviet Union’s Notorious Spy Agency examines the history of one of the most famous agencies in history. You will learn about the KGB like never before.

©2017 Charles River Editors (P)2017 Charles River Editors
20th Century Modern Russia Espionage Soviet Union War Stalin Imperialism Civil War

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