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Prisoner Of Lies: Jack Downey'S Cold War
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The Remarkable True Story Of The Longestheld Prisoner Of War In American History, John Downey, Jr., A Cia Officer Captured In China During The Korean War And Imprisoned For Twentyone Years.John (Jack) Downey, Jr., Was A New Yale Graduate In The Postworld War Ii Years Who, Like Other Yale Grads, Was Recruited By The Young Cia. He Joined The Agency And Was Sent To Japan In 1952, During The Korean War. In A Violation Of Protocol, He Took Part In An Air Drop That Failed And Was Captured Over China. His Sources On The Ground Had Been Compromised, And His Identity Was Known. Although He First Tried To Deny Who He Was, He Eventually Admitted The Truth.But Government Policy Forbade Ever Acknowledging The Identity Of Spies, No Matter The Consequences. Washington Invented A Fictitious Cover Story And Stood By It Through Four Administrations. As A Result, Downey Was Imprisoned During The Decades That Red China, As It Was Called, Was Considered By The Us To Be A Hostile Nation, Until 1973, When The Us Finally Recognized The Mainland Chinese Government. He Had Spent Twentyone Years In Captivity.Downey Would Go On To Become A Lawyer And An Esteemed Judge In Connecticut, His Home State. Prisoners Of Lies Is Based In Part On A Prison Memoir That Downey Wrote Several Years After His Release. Barry Werth Fluently Weaves Excerpts From The Memoir With The Cold War Events That Determined Downeys Fate. Like A Le Carr Novel, This Is A Harrowing, Chilling Story Of One Man Whose Life Is At The Mercy Of Larger Forces Outside Of His Control; In Downeys Case As A Pawn Of The Cold War, And More Specifically The Oval Office And The State Department. His Freedom Came Only When Us Foreign Policy Dramatically Changed. Above All, Prisoner Of Lies Is An Inspiring Story Of Remarkable Fortitude And Resilience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Prisoner of Lies: Jack Downey's Cold War'? A: The main theme revolves around the true story of John Downey, Jr., the longest-held prisoner of war in American history, and explores the impact of Cold War politics on his life and imprisonment.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Barry Werth.
- Q: What is the publication date for 'Prisoner of Lies'? A: The book is scheduled to be published on August 20, 2024.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 448 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is 'Prisoner of Lies' suitable for readers interested in history? A: Yes, the book is suitable for readers interested in history, particularly those fascinated by the Cold War and espionage.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of Barry Werth? A: Readers can expect a compelling and informative writing style, as Barry Werth intricately weaves excerpts from Downey's memoir with historical events.
- Q: Does the book provide insights into Downey's life after imprisonment? A: Yes, the book discusses Downey's life post-imprisonment, including his career as a lawyer and judge in Connecticut.
- Q: What kind of reviews has 'Prisoner of Lies' received? A: The book has received positive reviews, being described as 'riveting' and 'gripping' by notable publications.
- Q: Is there any specific audience that would benefit from this book? A: The book is beneficial for historians, students, and anyone interested in true stories of resilience and the complexities of Cold War politics.