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Apr 26, 2005 · MY ADVENTURES AS A SPY. It has been difficult to write in peace-time on the delicate subject of spies and spying, but now that the war is in progress and the methods of those much abused gentry have been disclosed, there is no harm in going more fully into the question, and to relate some of my own personal experiences.
- My Adventures as a Spy by Baden-Powell of Gilwell
"My Adventures as a Spy" by Lieut.-Gen. Sir Robert...
- My Adventures as a Spy by Baden-Powell of Gilwell
In 1915, Baden-Powell's book "My Adventures as a Spy" was published, which was interpreted as indicating that he had been active as a spy during that war. [50]
Apr 26, 2005 · "My Adventures as a Spy" by Lieut.-Gen. Sir Robert Baden-Powell is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the author's personal experiences and insights into the world of espionage during wartime, revealing the intricacies and operations of spies across Europe.
“What Sir Robert Baden-Powell does not know on the subject of spying is scarcely worth knowing, and this little book is crammed with interesting tid-bits and many exciting adventures.” — The Observer.
In this entertaining little volume of reminiscences Sir Robert Baden-Powell joyfully accepts the title of spy, and he thus does something to remove the absurd discredit attaching to a title which is too loosely used.
Not only did he spy for the British government, he wrote a book about those adventures -- explaining all. From the passing secret messages to using disguises, from hoodwinking the enemy to...
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Recounts Baden-Powell's experiences in espionage during his military career, and talks about 'the sport of spying'. Details some of his adventures scouting out military emplacements in foreign countries, establishing a cover and collecting information. Also details the different types of spies.
