E203 - The CIA’s Imperial History, Pt 1 w/ Hugh Wilford
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Shaping the CIA: Individuals and Intelligence
This chapter explores the importance of individual figures in the history of the CIA, focusing on their roles in shaping intelligence work prior to the agency's formation in 1947. It examines the transition from the OSS to the CIA, emphasizing the evolution of U.S. foreign policy and the emergence of a proactive intelligence approach. The chapter also highlights the complexities of gender relations and cultural dynamics faced by CIA officers and their families in the context of post-colonial challenges.
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