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Damian Lewis: Spy Wars

Damian Lewis: Spy Wars

Description: The true stories behind some of the most gripping and significant covert operations of the last forty years, looking not only at the thrilling espionage and undercover work, but also the personal and international consequences for those involved.
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Network: Smithsonian Channel
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