To Catch a Spy
Location:
National Army Museum (Foyle 2.1)
Date & time:
Sunday 29 Sep 2024, 12.00pm
Price:
£12.00
Tim Tate examines the British government's attempts to silence whistleblower Peter Wright and hide the truth about Britain's intelligence services and political elites.
About the event
The Spycatcher affair remains one of the most intriguing moments in the history of British intelligence and a pivotal point in the public’s relationship with the murky world of espionage and security. It lifted the lid on alleged Soviet infiltration of British services and revealed a culture of law-breaking, bugging and burgling. But how much do we know about the story behind the scandal?
Tim Tate examines the British government’s attempts to silence whistleblower Peter Wright and hide the truth about Britain’s intelligence services and political elites.
About the speaker
Tim Tate is an award-winning documentary filmmaker, investigative journalist and bestselling author of 13 non-fiction books, including ‘Hitler’s Forgotten Children’ and ‘Yorkshire Ripper: The Secret Murders’.
FAQs
Is the National Army Museum accessible?Yes, the National Army Museum is fully accessible. If you need further access information or help please do get in touch at info@nam.ac.uk or call 020 7730 0717,
Bikes (including folding bikes) and scooters are not permitted. There are bike racks located along Royal Hospital Road. These can be used to secure any bikes and scooters.
Please do not secure any bikes or scooters to the railings outside the Royal Hospital Chelsea or Burton Court. Any items secure to these railings will be removed.
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