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NOVA S27E5 — Decoding Nazi Secrets

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NOVA•Season 27•Episode 5

Decoding Nazi Secrets

8.0/10 · 18 votesNov 9, 199955 min

Ranked #3 of 20 in Season 27•+0.5 vs season avg

Most historians agree that by enabling Allied commanders to eavesdrop on German plans, Station X shortened the war by 2 or 3 years. Its decoded messages played a vital role in defeating the U-boat menace, cutting off Rommel's supplies in North Africa, and launching the

Directed byPeter Bate

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Episode Summary

"Decoding Nazi Secrets" is episode 5 of NOVA season 27. It scored 8.0/10 from 18 votes, ranking #3 of 20 episodes this season (season average 7.5). Directed by Peter Bate, it aired on November 9, 1999.

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