Release date is 2023-04-11

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"The Eagle's Eye" by Courtney Ryley Cooper and William J. Flynn is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative explores the espionage activities of the Imperial German government and its spies operating in the United States during World War I. The book reveals the intricate plotting against American interests, particularly focusing on events surrounding the bombing of the Lusitania and various conspiracies aimed at destabilizing the nation. The characters involved include spies from the German embassy in America like Count Johann von Bernstorff and American Secret Service operatives, including the dedicated Harrison Grant." "At the start of the book, we are introduced to a tense environment within the Imperial German Embassy in Washington, D.C., where Count von Bernstorff deciphers smuggled code messages from Kaiser Wilhelm. The code messages contain orders for sabotage and propaganda against the Allies, like plans for the sinking of the Lusitania. Meanwhile, in New York, the Criminology Club is alerted to these plots and commits to thwarting the German spies, led by their zealous president, Harrison Grant. The narrative sets in motion a thrilling chase against time as the Secret Service races to prevent impending disasters and protect American lives, establishing a framework for a gripping tale filled with espionage-related tension and intrigue." (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Originally published: United States: Prospect Press, 1919