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“There's a book called Bodyguard of Lies, which is all about the enigma and the ultra program and how they have to make trade-off sometimes and let troops go to their deaths in a situation where they know they shouldn't be going into that situation.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: intelligence in warfare
For: Historians and military strategy enthusiasts
Key quote: “There's a book called Bodyguard of Lies, which is all about the enigma and the ultra program and how they have to make trade-off sometimes and let troops go to their deaths in a situation where they know they shouldn't be going into that situation.”
The host mentions 'Bodyguard of Lies' to illustrate the complexities and ethical dilemmas faced by military leaders when handling intelligence during World War II. The book provides insights into the Enigma and Ultra programs, highlighting the tough choices made to maintain operational secrecy while potentially sacrificing troops.