A Covert Action

In "A Covert Action," Seth G. Jones uncovers the CIA's pivotal role in supporting the opposition movement in Poland during the Cold War, particularly through its aid to the trade union Solidarity amidst Soviet repression. Funded by the Reagan administration, the CIA's clandestine operation, known as QRHELPFUL, facilitated the dissemination of crucial information, ultimately contributing to Poland's transition to democracy. Featuring key figures like Lech Walesa and spymaster Bill Casey, this gripping narrative sheds light on an underreported chapter in the struggle against tyranny behind the Iron Curtain.