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Dulles, Allen W

Person · USA

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Dulles
Dulles
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American intelligence officer, Director of the CIA 1953-1961. Under his watch the secret U-2 and A-12 aircraft, and Corona spy satellite were developed. He was forced to retire after the Bay of Pigs debacle.

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Country
USA
Agency
CIA
Bibliography
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Chronology

1 event

1959 January 1

  • Death of Allen W Dulles. - . Related Persons: Dulles. American intelligence officer, Director of the CIA 1953-1961. Under his watch the secret U-2 and A-12 aircraft, and Corona spy satellite were developed. He was forced to retire after the Bay of Pigs debacle..