William Mark Felt Sr. was born on August 17, 1913, and became a prominent figure in American law enforcement, serving as a special agent for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) from 1942 until 1973. His career culminated in his role as Deputy Director, the second-highest position within the Bureau. Felt's tenure at the FBI was marked by significant contributions, particularly in the investigation of the Watergate scandal, which ultimately led to the resignation of President Richard Nixon in 1974.
Felt's involvement in the Watergate scandal was kept secret for decades, as he was known only as