Operation Anthracite

Operation Anthracite was a covert Cold War-era campaign conducted by the United States and its allies to gather intelligence from East Germany, particularly focusing on the region’s industrial and military facilities. It involved espionage activities, including surveillance and undercover operations, aimed at understanding East Germany’s capabilities and intentions. The operation helped inform Western strategic decisions during tense periods of Cold War rivalry, especially regarding the Soviet-influenced Eastern Bloc. It was part of broader efforts to monitor and counteract Soviet and Eastern European military and technological developments.