Looking Down the Corridors: Allied Aerial Espionage Over East Germany and Berlin, 1945-1990 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780750979474)

Uncover the daring aerial espionage of the Cold War over East Germany and Berlin.

Between 1945 and 1990, Western Allies flew specially modified aircraft along the Berlin Air Corridors, gathering intelligence on Soviet and East German military targets. Operating under the guise of transport and training flights, these aircrews exploited their right of access to collect imagery for over four decades, providing unique insights into Warsaw Pact forces.

Looking Down the Corridors reveals, for the first time, the secrets of these operations using declassified materials and firsthand accounts. Discover the technology, the risks, and the strategic importance of this aerial campaign, offering a compelling analysis of its contribution to Cold War history. Perfect for military history enthusiasts and those fascinated by espionage.