Operation Paperclip by Annie Jacobsen
The Secret Intelligence Program that Brought Nazi Scientists to America
The book delves into the clandestine post-World War II operation that saw the United States government secretly recruit over 1,600 German scientists, engineers, and technicians, many of whom were former members of the Nazi party. This controversial program, driven by the looming Cold War and the race for technological supremacy, aimed to harness the expertise of these individuals in fields such as rocketry, medicine, and chemical weapons. The narrative uncovers the moral and ethical dilemmas faced by American officials as they grappled with the decision to overlook the past affiliations of these scientists in pursuit of national security and scientific advancement.
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- Published
- 2014
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 592
- Original Language
- English
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