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What did the Soviet cables intercepted in the Venona Project reveal about White?

  • His innocence

  • His diplomatic intentions

  • Espionage activities

  • His double agent status

Answer

Espionage activities of Soviet atomic scientists were uncovered through the interception and decryption of Soviet cables during the Venona Project, a joint effort by the United States and United Kingdom intelligence agencies. The deciphered messages provided crucial evidence of the Soviet Union's extensive atomic espionage network, with details of information exchange and the recruitment of spies within the Manhattan Project.
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