Espionage has largely been a part of the way in which foreign affairs and foreign policy was conducted especially during the Cold War period. The double agents as well as intelligence spies were regarded as some of the smartest and at the same time dangerous people in history. The topic of this research is Alger Hiss, one of the most representative figures of American intelligence that would ultimately be accused of being a spy for the U.S.S.R. At the time in which the rivalry between the U.S. And the U.S.S.R. was at its peak, during the Cold War.
The resources used for this research are both academic as well as part of the actual trials that Hiss was subject to. More precisely, there are documents from the NSA Archives that are taken into account and analyzed as well as testimonies of the people that were part of the Alger Hiss case. Further, in order to set the historical background of the entire case, coverage of the situation in magazines such as Time is also important because it provides a closer yet less influential view on the background and situation.
The aim of the research is to reveal the controversy surrounding Alger Hiss precisely because he played a vital role in the history of American espionage not necessarily through the acts he committed but rather because it is one of the few cases in history that would eventually be indicated as that of a double spy or covered agent for the U.S.S.R.
The Cold War period represents one of the most important and at the same time intriguing period of recent history. This is largely due to the mystery that, to this day, surrounds some of the events that have taken place during that time. A crucial role in maintaining this mystery is played by the crucial role espionage played during this time. The spies that operated between the U.S. And the U.S.S.R. are some even legendary figures in the history of both countries. However, one of the most important cases that takes into account the way in which the American espionage came to being and the role spies, in every form and means, came to be trained, relates to the pre-second world war two period, the inter- war period and especially the 1930s. An example from this period is that of Alger Hiss, one of the most well-known American operatives that, even today, is a controversial figure both in the history of the U.S. As well as in the history of the judicial system of the United States.
The current research focuses on the way in which Alger Hiss, at his day, one of the most important people in the American intelligence, managed to shortcut the American judicial system and at the same time, accomplish his missions as his initial job description required. More precisely, the Alger Hiss case pointed out not only issues related to the American intelligence system but also to the means at the disposal of the Federal government in dealing with elements that, despite the fact that they were part of the system, were somewhat above the judicial law and order.
Christina Shelton's book "Alger Hiss: Why He Chose Treson" plays an particularly important role in providing more information concerning the individual, the circumstances of his espionage activities, and his subsequent trials. One of the most intriguing things about Shelton's book is that in spite of the fact that she considers Hiss guilty she does not hesitate to acknowledge the series of positive concepts about this man. "By virtue of his intelligence and highly successful academic career at Johns Hopkins University and Harvard Law School, as well as his distinctive charming manner, grace, good looks, and sophistication, he turned himself into an exemplar of the eastern upper-class liberal establishment."
Shelton actually wants her readers to understand how a great part of Hiss' behavior was meant to influence individuals around him and the media to appreciate his persona.
The Alger Hiss trial is part of the history of the American intelligence and espionage service. Despite this however, the famous trial that Hiss was subject to as a result of attacks to national interest was based on the idea that Hiss had engaged in activities that resulted in espionage for the URSS and against the American interests in the country.
In order to better understand the role played by Alger Hiss not only in the history of American espionage but also in that of the American system of justice, it is important to consider the historical background and context the activities Hiss undergone.
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