The Catcher Was a Spy: The Mysterious Life of Moe Berg Papers & Assignment Topics

Essay Topics/Writing Assignments

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1. Discuss the impressions of Moe Berg by Linda McCarthy, Allan Siegal, Charles Owen and George Allen. How did each of these individuals know Moe Berg?

2. Describe John Kieran and his role in creating and perpetuating the image of Moe Berg. When did Kieran first meet Berg?

3. Discuss the creation of public image in athletes and celebrities. How did the world of the media differ in Moe Berg's time than today? How have sports media in particular changed?

4. Describe the origins and history of OIAA, the OSS and the CIA. What political...
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