Invisible Ink: The Unseen Language of Secrets and Spies
Reproduction of one of Benedict Arnold’s coded communications with the British while he was negotiating what eventually became a failed attempt to surrender the fort at West Point in 1780.…
Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) in Protective Intelligence
Photo by Andrea Piacquadio. Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) is the process of collecting information from publicly accessible sources. OSINT is different from research in that it applies the intelligence process to…
The Vertx Integrity P Vest: A Blend of Functionality and Low-Profile Design
The Vertx® Integrity P Vest is a low-profile insulated vest design to meet the needs of armed professionals. Vests are a versatile and practical cover garment for the concealed weapon…
The Intelligence Cycle in Protective Intelligence: A Systematic Process
Secret Service agents executing a protective operation. Credit: U.S. Secret Service. Protective intelligence is a critical aspect of security operations that involves the identification, assessment, and management of threats towards…
Café Cubano: A Cuban Cultural Staple
Cuban cafecito (expresso) in Miami’s Cuban Quarter (Little Havana). Credit: Marte007 / CC BY 4.0 DEED. Cuban coffee is not just a drink, it’s a culture.” — Unknown Cuban coffee,…
Functions of Protective Intelligence: Identification, Assessment, and Management/Mitigation
Photo: U.S. Department of State Diplomatic Security Service Protective intelligence is a critical aspect of security operations that focuses on preventing targeted violence. It involves a systematic process of gathering…
The Real James Bond: An Unsung Hero of World War II
Sean Connery as James Bond during filming of “Diamonds are Forever” in Amsterdam, 31 July 1971. Dutch National Archives / CC BY-SA 3.0 NL DEED. Ian Fleming, the mastermind behind…
Cold Brew Coffee: Unraveling the Cool Trend
Coffee is a language in itself.” — Jackie Chan Cold brew coffee, also known as cold water extraction, is a method of brewing coffee that involves steeping coffee grounds in…
American Espionage: A Historical Overview of Intelligence Collection
Aerial view of the Central Intelligence Agency headquarters, Langley, Virginia. There is nothing more necessary than good intelligence to frustrate a designing enemy, and nothing requires greater pains to obtain.”…
OSS Training at Catoctin Mountain: America’s First School for Spies
Camp Greentop, Catoctin Mountain Park, Maryland. Photo taken on 26 August 2016. Credit: Acroterion / CC BY-SA 4.0 DEED. In a global and totalitarian war, intelligence must be global and…