How Soviet Spies Stole The Atomic Bomb

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In 1949, the Soviet Union shocked the world by testing their first atomic bomb, four years earlier than expected. Despite being wartime allies, Soviet spies had infiltrated the U.S. and Britain, stealing critical nuclear research. At the center of this espionage was Ursula Kuczynski, also known as "Sonya," a skilled wireless operator. Newly declassified files reveal how Sonya evaded capture while transmitting atomic secrets, changing the course of the Cold War. Her actions, along with others in her network, played a pivotal role in the USSR's rapid nuclear advancements. War Stories is your one-stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts. Discover the past on History Hit, with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly and presented by world-renowned historians Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Matt Lewis and more. Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5u You can find more from us on: https://www.facebook.com/WarStoriesDocs This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. For any queries, please contact [email protected]. #warstories #documentary #military