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Author Debriefing: The Art of Intelligence: Lessons from a Life in the CIA’s Clandestine Service
Episode 102
Published 13 years, 6 months ago
Description
In the days after 9/11, the CIA directed Henry Crumpton to organize and lead its covert action campaign in Afghanistan. In less than 90 days Al Qaeda and the Taliban were routed. The Art of Intelligence draws from the full arc of Crumpton’s espionage and covert action exploits to explain what America’s spies do and why their service is more valuable than ever. This event took place 12 June 2012.