The good guys would not have been able to pull all of this off without deeply embedding themselves into enemy territory, and even, at times, appearing like the enemy themselves. EXACTLY like an undercover agent.
Think Donnie Brasco, for example. That movie, of course, is based on a very true story.
I also *highly recommend* everyone watch Turn: Washington’s Spies which is based on The Culper Ring.
(The Culper Ring were invaluable in changing the tide of the Revolutionary War and our eventual victory.)
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