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A native of the Elmhurst section of Queens, New York, Casey was raised as a devout Roman Catholic in Bellmore, New York and graduated from the Jesuit -affiliated Fordham University in 1934.
May 2, 2024 · William J. Casey (born March 13, 1913, Elmhurst, Queens, N.Y., U.S.—died May 6, 1987, Glen Cove, N.Y.) was a powerful and controversial director of the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) from 1981 to 1987 during the Ronald Reagan administration.
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Jun 1, 2017 · This document is a classified history of William J. Casey's term as director of central intelligence (DCI) under President Reagan, who pursued a policy of supporting "freedom fighters" against Soviet proxies. It covers his background, challenges, achievements, and legacy in the context of the Reagan Doctrine.
May 7, 1987 · William J. Casey, the Director of Central Intelligence until last February, whose role in the Iran-contra affair is under scrutiny in Congress, died of pneumonia yesterday in Glen Cove...
May 18, 2018 · Learn about the life and career of William J. Casey, the former CIA director who played a role in the Iran-contra affair. Find out how he became involved in politics, business, and intelligence, and what controversies he faced.
Aug 9, 2021 · The article reports the death of William J. Casey, who led the CIA under President Reagan and supported the Nicaraguan rebels. It also covers his career, achievements, controversies and legacy in the intelligence community.
Jun 20, 2006 · Casey grew up in Long Island, New York, and graduated from Fordham University and St. John's University School of Law. He was then admitted to the New York Bar. Following law school, he joined the Research Institute of America, rising to become chairman of the Institute's board of editors.
