Deep beneath the frigid waves of the Atlantic Ocean, a secret underwater theater played host to a gripping Cold War drama. Constructed by the United States Navy in the 1960s, Project Azorian was a clandestine operation that aimed to retrieve a sunken Soviet submarine, K-129, carrying nuclear-tipped ballistic missiles. In a daring maneuver, the CIA orchestrated an elaborate underwater salvage operation, employing a massive submersible barge, the Glomar Explorer, to lift the submarine from the ocean floor. The mission, shrouded in secrecy, unfolded like a thrilling underwater play, with covert operations, high-stakes risks, and international intrigue. The success of Project Azorian brought to light the sunken secrets of the Cold War, providing valuable insights into the Soviet Union's strategic capabilities.
