Markus Wolf
Markus Wolf was a prominent East German intelligence official who served as the head of the Stasi's foreign intelligence division. Known for his innovative and often controversial methods of espionage, Wolf was instrumental in recruiting and training agents, including the infamous 'Romeo agents' who used romantic relationships to gather intelligence from Western officials during the Cold War. His memoirs provide insight into the tactics employed by East German intelligence, highlighting the psychological and strategic aspects of espionage.
Born on Jan 19, 1923 (102 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 2 | 5.00 | 0.13% | +10% | 8,654,622 | 12,197 | $700,000 | 987$ |
| Totals | 2 | 8,654,622 | 12,197 | $700,000 | 987$ |
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Switzerland:
Markus Wolf was Ruth Metzler's competitor in the election for the presidency of Swiss Olympic.
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Switzerland:
The mastermind behind the Romeo agents was the East German espionage chief Markus Wolf.
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