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Long term AFIO member Yaacov Apelbaum has successfully decrypted the Armstrong-Madison letter! Mr. Apelbaum is a New York–based former intelligence officer with a deep background in signals analysis and cyber operations. Check out the message that was revealed.
Spyher is looking for an example of a listening device TASS would have used in the the 1050's-1980's. This could be a model, replica, or even a photo. For use on guided, espionage tours as a 'show-and-tell' piece. If you have such an item, please contact rosanna@spyher.co.
The William J. Donovan Award® Event will be held on October 18, 2025. This year's recipient is Gen. Bryan P. Fenton, USA. For more information, contact oss@osssociety.org.
The International Spy Museum has announced upcoming events for May, including Enigma Traitors with Dermot Turing, The Spy and the State with Jeffrey P. Rogg, Spy Chat with Special Guest: Colonel (Ret.) Fleming “Tal” Sullivan, Book Signing Event: In True Face with Author Jonna Mendez, SPY with Me: Program for Individuals with Dementia and their Care Partners, and Hack to the Future: An Evening with Emily Crose. Most of these events are virtual and/or in-person at the International Spy Museum.
Readers who are aware of intelligence-related books that align with their career experience and who would like to leverage their expertise to contribute a 500-word review on the title, please contact the editor at winseditor@afio.com.
Attention High School Students in Grades 10-12: Are you thrilled or fascinated by the field of intelligence – spying and counter spying? Are you considering a career in the U.S. Intelligence Community? Did you know that the U.S. Intelligence Community is made up of 18 separate agencies?