Nazis on the Potomac

”…covers the interrogation of German POWs at Fort Hunt in Virginia by using eavesdropping devices, German- and Austrian-born Jewish refugees, and “stool pigeons” inserted into the POW population.“– “Historical Miniatures Gaming Society”
”…a full account of the crucial work done at Fort Hunt.“– “ARGunners.com”
“A unique and hitherto obscured aspect of the American involvement in World War II, [this book] is an exceptionally well written, organized and presented account of a once heavily classified military intelligence gathering program.”– “Midwest Book Review”
“Sutton tells the incredible previously secret story of an institution where Americans listened and learned the lessons needed to win World War II.”– “New York Journal of Books”
“This is a fascinating account of the secret facility, known by the code name of ‘PO Box 1142, ’ which was established by the U.S. Government near the Pentagon during the Second World War to interrogate and surveil high-ranking Nazi war prisoners, as well as to translate and analyze important captured German war-related documents.”– “Journal of Counterterrorism & Homeland Security International”
”… fills a gap in World War II intelligence history by documenting the origins of a number of European Theater intelligence successes thanks to the work of Ft. Hunt interrogators. It demonstrates how good intelligence arises from patient accumulation and synthesis of information. Sutton also reminds us of the value in selecting the right people for the job and letting them do their thing.“– “Studies in Intelligence”
“Relying heavily on personal details to deliver its punch, this book is readable, interesting, and elegantly produced. The photographs are well chosen and complement the narrative. The bibliography and endnotes will help those readers who want to explore the subject further.”– “The Journal of America’s Military Past”
“Bob Sutton has managed to retain the interest of the reader in this complicated and unusual narrative by selecting a number of ‘Ritchie Boys’ (and others) and throughout the book he provides details of their lives which makes their unusual accomplishments understandable.”–Paul Fairbrook, Veteran, Military Intelligence Research Section at Fort Hunt
”…appropriate for anyone with an interest in the history of World War II and in particular, its intelligence services.“– “ARMY Magazine”

Robert K. Sutton recently retired as Chief Historian of the National Park Service, which culminated a 33-year career in the service. On his first day in this position, he met with the team interviewing the veterans who served at Fort Hunt during World War II. He encouraged the group in their efforts and was able to subsidize travel to complete the interviews. National Park Service historians did an absolutely masterful job of tracking down surviving veterans and capturing their stories. The author is writing this book with the belief that it should be a vehicle to share these stories with as wide an audience as possible. In addition to this volume, the author has published a number of books, articles and reviews on various public history topics.

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