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Episode 4 - Into the Archives: Why Does CIA Have Historians?

The Langley Files: CIA's Podcast

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Understanding Declassification: The Role of History in Intelligence

This chapter delves into the differences between classified, declassified, and unclassified information, emphasizing the significance of the declassification process. It highlights legal requirements, particularly the Freedom of Information Act, and illustrates the historical value of declassified materials through the example of the A-12 reconnaissance aircraft program.

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