World War II was fought on many fronts and with many weapons. One of the most intriguing struggles - the intelligence war between Germany and the United States in Latin America - is also one of the least understood. This work details the secret war of espionage and counter espionage, a vivid account of clandestine intelligence operations in Mexico, Chile, Brazil, and Argentina during World War II. More than just a record of intelligence activities, it examines the historical background and diplomatic context, the personalities and organizational rivalry, and the hemispheric and global stakes of this secret struggle. Et omfattende studie af tysk efterretningstjeneste og spionage i Latinamerika i 1930erne og 40erne samt USAs kontraspionage.

The German intelligence services in Latin America -- The United States prepares: 1936-41 -- The espionage war in Mexico: 1939-46 -- The espionage war in Brazil: 1939-42 -- Climax of the espionage war in Brazil: 1942-55 -- The espionage war in Chile: 1939-47 -- The espionage war in Argentina: 1939-43 -- Climax of the espionage war in Argentina: 1943-47.