The archaeologist was a spy : Sylvanus G. Morley and the Office of Naval Intelligence
Charles H. Harris (Author), Louis R. Sadler (Author)
"The Archaeologist Was a Spy: Sylvanus G. Morley and the Office of Naval Intelligence" by Charles H. Harris and Louis R. Sadler delves into the dual life of Sylvanus G. Morley, a prominent Mayan archaeologist renowned for his extensive work at Chichen Itza. During World War I, Morley leveraged his archaeological expeditions in Mexico and Central America as a cover for espionage activities on behalf of the U.S. Office of Naval Intelligence. His mission focused on detecting German submarine bases and monitoring pro-German activities in the region. The authors provide a comprehensive account of Morley's covert operations, highlighting his effectiveness as a spy and the challenges he faced in maintaining his cover. This book offers a unique perspective on the intersection of archaeology and intelligence during a pivotal period in history
Print Book, English, 2003
1st ed
University of New Mexico Press, Albuquerque, 2003