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Portland Spy Ring Part 2 (139)

This is the 2nd episode with Trevor Barnes, the author of “Dead Doubles, a new book on the Portland Spy Ring, one of the most infamous espionage cases of the Cold War. The story continues with the dramatic arrest of three of the KGB spies outside the Old Vic theatre in London and the discovery of   the amazing espionage career of the Krogers, the innocent-looking couple in suburbia… We also talk about the revelation that the Portland spy ring was larger than thought and that at least two members escaped capture. UK Fans can buy the book here & support the podcast https://amzn.to/2Gp50gD US Fans can buy the book here & support the podcast https://amzn.to/3jHRpiy If you can spare it I’m asking listeners to contribute at least $3 USD per month to help keep us on the air (larger amounts are welcome too) plus you can get a sought after CWC coaster as a monthly financial supporter and you bask in the warm glow of knowing you are helping to preserve Cold War history. Just go to https://coldwarconversations.com/donate/ I am delighted to welcome Trevor Barnes to our Cold War conversation… There’s further information on this episode in our show notes,plus a book giveaway which can also be found as a link in your podcast app here. https://coldwarconversations.com/epis... If you can’t wait for next week’s episode do visit our Facebook discussion group where guests and listeners continue the Cold War Conversation. Just search Cold War Conversations in Facebook or click here   / coldwarpod   Thank you very much for listening. It is really appreciated  Our Book List Help Support the podcast by shopping at Amazon. Our Merchandise Store Help support the podcast with a CWC mug or maybe a t-shirt? Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (  / coldwarpod  ) 0:00 Introduction and arrest of Gordon Lonsdale 2:26 Interview begins with Trevor Barnes: Background on the arrest of Lonsdale, Houghton, and Gee 15:13 The arrest of Gordon Lonsdale, Houghton, and Gee: Discussion on the Krogers' arrest and espionage equipment 33:29 Discovery of further espionage equipment: The Krogers' false identities and their histories as spies 38:02 Court case: Attempts to turn Lonsdale and identifying his real name 46:43 Negotiations with Lonsdale and the Krogers: The deal offered to Lonsdale 54:50 Establishing Lonsdale's real identity: Unveiling the true identity of Konon Molody 1:02:27 Discussions on Molody becoming a double agent for the British: The futile negotiations with Molody 1:04:31 Spy swap: Molody's journey to freedom and the spy exchange at the Glienicke Bridge 1:12:22 Details on the wider ring of spies controlled by Lonsdale: Successful penetration of the Porton Down research centre 1:23:03 Acknowledgement of financial supporters Chapters powered by PodcastAI✨