Beverly Hills Spy
by
Ronald Drabkin
ISBN: 9780063310070
Publication Date: 2024-02-13
Beverly Hills Spy tells the untold story of Frederick Rutland, a World War I hero who became a high society figure in Hollywood while acting as a double agent for Japan. Rutland, a British military pilot and businessman, lived a lavish lifestyle funded by the Japanese Empire. He sold secrets about fleet and aircraft design to Japan, aiding their attack on Pearl Harbor. Despite numerous chances to catch him, Rutland evaded detection using his charm and cunning. This book reveals his espionage activities and their monumental impact on history, offering new insights into how Pearl Harbor happened and how it could have been prevented.