News Convicted Cold War spy John Walker dies in federal prison

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Walker was a Cold War spy who stole and sold codes that enabled the Soviets to decrypt Navy communications, compromising U.S. military operations. His actions are believed to have resulted in the deaths of American servicemen. Following his death, retired FBI agent Robert Hunter expressed satisfaction, reflecting on the case he helped break in 1985. The discussion highlights the negative impact of espionage on national security and the personal sentiments of those involved in the investigation. The legacy of Walker's betrayal continues to evoke strong emotions among those affected.
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Let us all try to forget this jerk as soon as possible. I am here today typing in some comment on Physics Forums largely because something this jerk tried to do and failed. Long live the non-jerks.

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"It couldn't have happened to a nicer guy," retired FBI agent Robert Hunter of Virginia Beach, who broke the case in 1985, told 13News Now when he heard the news.

+1 on that!
 
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