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The OSS during WWII was the first Central intelligence gathering agency the US had. When it was disbanded at the end of the war, it was quickly realized that the existing world situation (Cold War) required the continuance of a world intelligence gathering agency, thus in 1947 the CIA was born.

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When was the CIA created?

The CIA was created in 1947


Which were more successful during the cold war CIA or KGB?

The success of the CIA and KGB during the Cold War can be viewed through different lenses, depending on the criteria used. The KGB was highly effective in domestic surveillance and maintaining control within the Eastern Bloc, while also successfully influencing global communist movements. Conversely, the CIA achieved notable successes in espionage, covert operations, and fostering anti-communist regimes, particularly in Latin America and the Middle East. Ultimately, the effectiveness of each agency varied based on specific operations and geopolitical contexts.


What three government agencies were created during the cold war?

During the Cold War, several government agencies were established, including the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in 1947, which focused on intelligence gathering and covert operations. The National Security Agency (NSA) was created in 1952 to oversee signals intelligence and information assurance. Additionally, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) was established in 1958 to develop advanced technologies for military use, particularly in response to the Soviet Union's launch of Sputnik.


Was the missile gap of the cold war real or perceived?

The gap was entirely perceived. CIA figures reported a clear US advantage in the number of missiles; padded figures were presented to the public during the Cold War so that further development and expenditure would be allowed.


Who is the father of the CIA?

The "Father of the CIA" was US Army Major General William J. Donovan, who formed and headed the OSS during WWII.