Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 I was raised to believe in the American dream, and I had lived through World War II with its clear black-and-white heroes and villains. I had been dedicated to doing my best for myself, my family, and my country. #2 I was called to Washington, D. C. , in January 1952. I was excited to be part of the fight against communism, and I was happy to be on my way to help my government. #3 I arrived at Washington’s Union Station mid-morning. I took a cab from the station up Constitution Avenue. On the right stood the National Archives building with its towering Corinthian columns and its huge bronze doors. On the left was the glorious Capitol. #4 The he detector test was the most frightening test we had to take. It was a lie detector test, and the CIA found out nearly everything about the private lives of its employees.