Argo - Antonio Mendez & Matt Baglio

Argo: How the CIA and Hollywood Pulled Off the Most Audacious Rescue in History

In 1979, the Iranian Revolution swept the Shah of Iran from power and replaced him with a radical Islamic regime. In the chaos that followed, a group of American diplomats were taken hostage and held captive in the U.S. embassy in Tehran. The situation was dire, and the U.S. government was desperate to find a way to rescue the hostages.

Enter Tony Mendez, a CIA operative with a knack for creative problem-solving. Mendez came up with a daring plan to pose as a Hollywood producer scouting locations for a science fiction film called "Argo." He would then use the film as a cover to extract the hostages from Iran.

Mendez's plan was audacious, but it just might work. He assembled a team of experts, including a Hollywood makeup artist, a costume designer, and a producer. They created a fake movie studio, complete with props, scripts, and even a website.

With everything in place, Mendez and his team traveled to Tehran. They posed as filmmakers and began scouting locations for their movie. All the while, they were secretly making contact with the hostages and planning their escape.

On the day of the escape, Mendez and his team put their plan into action. They led the hostages out of the embassy and to a safe house. From there, they were able to board a plane and fly to freedom.

The Argo rescue was a major success. It was a testament to the ingenuity and courage of the CIA and the Hollywood team that made it possible.

Why You Should Read Argo

Argo is a thrilling story of espionage, deception, and courage. It is a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there are always people who are willing to risk their lives to do what is right.

The book is also a fascinating look inside the world of the CIA. It shows how the agency operates and how its officers use their skills to protect the United States.

Argo is a must-read for anyone who is interested in history, espionage, or just a good story.

Praise for Argo

"Argo is a gripping tale of courage, ingenuity, and the power of movies." —The New York Times

"A thrilling, edge-of-your-seat read." —The Washington Post

"Argo is a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there are always people who are willing to risk their lives to do what is right." —The Wall Street Journal

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