Operation Gladio: NATO's Secret Armies and Covert Cold War Tactics

By Ryan Jenkins

Uncover one of the Cold War's darkest and most controversial secrets in Operation Gladio: NATO's Secret Armies and Covert Cold War Tactics. This gripping investigation explores the clandestine "stay-behind" networks formed by NATO, the CIA, and MI6 across post-war Europe-secret armies designed to resist a potential Soviet invasion, but which became embroiled in domestic politics, terrorism, and psychological warfare.

Drawing from declassified documents, case studies, and historical accounts, author Ryan Jenkins examines the origins, structure, and operations of these covert forces. The book details how false flag attacks, propaganda campaigns, and political manipulation were used to destabilize leftist movements and preserve Western influence, often at the cost of democratic integrity.

From bombings in Italy to coups in Greece and beyond, Operation Gladio reveals how Western intelligence agencies operated in the shadows, shaping the political landscape of modern Europe. It raises critical questions about accountability, secrecy, and the ethical boundaries of state power-questions that remain deeply relevant today.

Perfect for readers interested in espionage, geopolitics, Cold War history, and intelligence operations, this book provides a chilling look into how covert warfare shaped-and continues to influence-the world we live in.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F5BL8WNM
• ISBN13: 9798280254633
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"