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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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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 HOLIDAY SPY GIFTS
The holidays are around the corner, give the gift of spy this season! Just for you, we have declassified our favorite gifts for everyone on your list. For the Spy Girl 1. Minimergency Kit – Talk about concealment! This kit … Continue reading
Posted in A Well-Read Spy, Ask A Spy, Intellegence Briefing, Tools of the Trade
Tagged Books, Christmas, clue, defection, Double Agent, enigma, Espionage, Female Spies, gadgets, gifts, gun alarm clock, holiday gifts, Intelligence, invisible ink, James Bond, jewelry, Ninja, Spy, spy toys, Surveillance, t-shirts, tees, Tony Mendez
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How Realistic is Argo?
When it comes to spy fiction, the question inevitably gets asked “how realistic is it?” A leading scholar of intelligence, Professor Wesley Wark, has said that one can discern two different types of realism. The first type of realism involves … Continue reading
Posted in History, In The News, SPY at The Movies, Uncategorized
Tagged agent, Argo, Ben Affleck, Canadians, CIA, declassified, hostage, Spy, Tony Mendez
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Two Notable Passings
The Washington Post of January 2 contained news of two notable passings that I thought I’d bring to your attention. First, Jeanne Vertefeuille, died on December 29, 2012 at age 80. Her passing was marked with just a simple death notice. … Continue reading
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Tagged Aldrich Ames, Argo, CIA, Intelligence, Jeanne Vertefeuille, John Sheardown, Mark Lijek, Robert Wright, Sandy Grimes, Tony Mendez, Washington Post
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