Christopher Andrew

Historian and academic specializing in espionage

Christopher Andrew - Historian and academic specializing in espionage
Born

July 23rd, 1941
84 years ago

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United Kingdom

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Author of several significant works on intelligence history, specializing in the study of espionage and its impact on politics. Played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Cambridge Spies literature and contributed to various academic journals. Served as a professor of modern and contemporary history, focusing on Britain's intelligence services and their global reach. Worked as a consultant for intelligence-related films and documentaries, enhancing public understanding of covert operations.

Authored 'The Defense of the Realm'

Established 'The Cambridge Spies' literature

Served as a professor at the University of Cambridge

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