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Do Former Intelligence Professionals Make Good Political Leaders? (PART 2)
In June of last year, Abdel Fattah Saeed Hussein Khalil el-Sisi was elected President of Egypt in a landslide. Before becoming Egypt’s sixth president, Sisi had been the Commander-in-Chief of the Egyptian Armed Forces and its Defense Minister. But more … Continue reading
Posted in A Well-Read Spy, Ask A Spy, History, In The News, Intellegence Briefing
Tagged CIA, Cold War, Double Agent, Espionage, FBI, Government, Intelligence, intelligence coup, KGB, military, Moscow, Spy, Terrorism, World War II
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Under Cover of Darkness – African Americans in Espionage
“Every shut eye ain’t sleep,” is an African American proverb that aptly addresses the presence and many contributions of African Americans in espionage. These unsung heroes have been active agents in the defense of American freedom on the frontlines and behind the … Continue reading
Posted in A Well-Read Spy, History, In The News, Intellegence Briefing
Tagged African-Americans, Al Qu, America, Army, Black History Month, Britain, Civil War, combat, Confederate, DC Lottery, English, Espionage, French, Gail Harris, Harriet Tubman, history, Intelligence, Iraq, James Armistead, Josephine Baker, Malcolm Nance, military, Naval, secrets, services, slave, slavery, spies, Terrorism, terrorists, Top Secret, Union, war
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10 Amazing Facts About the Trabant
After WWII, East Germany had a hard time establishing a functioning industry. Not only had almost everything been destroyed during the war, but the Soviet Union dismantled most of the factories that were left. A steel embargo of the US, … Continue reading
Posted in A Well-Read Spy, History, In The News, Uncategorized
Tagged Berlin, Berlin Wall, Car, Cars, Cold War, East Germany, England, Espionage, Germany, Parade, Russia, Soviet Union, Spy, Sympbol, trabants, Trabi
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‘Never admit anything unless you have to’: Thatcher and Intelligence Secrecy
Legendary British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher (October 1925 to April 2013), who would have turned 89 this month, was convinced that Britain’s intelligence services should remain absolutely secret, and tried repeatedly to protect them from the gaze of public scrutiny. … Continue reading
Posted in A Well-Read Spy, Ask A Spy, Cloak and Dagger Theater, History, In The News, Intellegence Briefing
Tagged Bletchley Park, Britain, British Intelligence Service, CIA, codebreakers, Cold War, Double Agent, Espionage, Margaret Thatcher, Prime Minister, Second World War, The Americans
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10 Spy Films Celebrating Anniversaries
Can you believe it’s been over a decade since the Bourne series first premiered in theaters? Several beloved and distinguished spy film classics are enjoying notable anniversaries in 2014. Wondering if your favorites are on the list? Travel back in … Continue reading
Posted in History, SPY at The Movies, Top Ten
Tagged Argo, Bourne, CIA, Clear and Present Danger, Cold War, Double Agent, Espionage, Female Spies, Goldfinger, Government, Intelligence, James Bond, KGB, Movies, Parallax View, Russia, spies on screens, Spy, True lies
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The Moscow Rules Still Rule
The Cold War may be over, but much like “Rules of Engagement” for spies, the Moscow Rules still serve as prominent guidelines today. Developed by the CIA, the Moscow Rules was an ode to the dangerous locale that Moscow was … Continue reading
Posted in A Well-Read Spy, Cloak and Dagger Theater, History, In The News, Intellegence Briefing
Tagged Argo, CIA, Cold War, Double Agent, engagement, Espionage, FBI, Female Spies, Intelligence, KGB, Moscow, Moscow Rules, observe, Rules, Russia, Spy, The Americans, Tony Mendez
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The Americans – Fact or Fiction?
People who suspect foreign spies walk amongst them might be disregarded as “conspiracy theorists,” but did you know KGB operatives actually lived in disguise as mild-mannered Americans during the Cold War? This important moment in spy history is dramatized in … Continue reading
Posted in A Well-Read Spy, Ask A Spy, History, In The News, Tools of the Trade, Uncategorized
Tagged Assassination, Cold War, Double Agent, Espionage, FBI, Female Spies, FX, Intelligence, KGB, Moscow, Russia, show, Spy, televison, The Americans
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License to Love: Top Spy Couples
In the world of espionage, love can be a dangerous affair. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, we explore our favorite spy couples – both in real life & on-screen – duos who have mixed romance and spying. In some … Continue reading
Posted in A Well-Read Spy, Ask A Spy, History, In The News, Intellegence Briefing, SPY at The Movies, Tools of the Trade, Top Ten, Uncategorized
Tagged Argo, CIA, Cold War, Double Agent, enigma, Espionage, FBI, Female Spies, intelligence coup, James Bond, KGB, love, romance, Russia, spies, Spy, Surveillance, Terrorism, The Americans, Tony Mendez, WWII
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Top Ten Spy Books According to Peter Earnest
Good morning, agents. Before you head into the field, it’s imperative that you review the following documents as assigned by our resident spy, Peter Earnest. This list represents a comprehensive guide to trade craft and past missions that will help … Continue reading
Posted in A Well-Read Spy, Ask A Spy, History, In The News, Tools of the Trade, Top Ten
Tagged Argo, CIA, clue, Cold War, Double Agent, Espionage, Female Spies, Intelligence, intelligence coup, KGB, Surveillance, Terrorism
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WATCHLIST: BEST SPY MOVIES OF ALL TIME
Freaking out over federal surveillance? It’s time for cinematic distraction that even the NSA would approve. Consider this list your first assignment on the way to becoming a full-fledged espionage expert. 12. The Good Shepherd We chose this spy flick for its … Continue reading
Posted in A Well-Read Spy, Ask A Spy, History, SPY at The Movies, Top Ten, Uncategorized
Tagged Argo, CIA, Cold War, Espionage, Intelligence, KGB, Movies, Russia, Spy, spy movies
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