In April 1972, Russell Targ, a physicist with a keen interest in the paranormal, presented alarming information to the CIA about Soviet psychic experiments. This led to the establishment of Project Stargate, where Targ and Harold Puthoff explored the possibility of psychic spying to locate hidden military sites. The operation, however, faced internal conflicts, widespread skepticism, and tragic incidents, which ultimately curtailed its potential before it could be fully realized. Historical instances of military intrigue with psychic abilities highlight a persistent fascination with the metaphysical in espionage.
Project Stargate aimed to investigate whether psychic abilities could be harnessed for espionage purposes, amidst a backdrop of Cold War paranoia and skepticism.
Despite the initial investment and interest, bureaucratic issues, skepticism, and unfortunate events thwarted the potential success of using psychics in military intelligence.
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