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Richard McGarrah Helms (March 30, 1913 – October 23, 2002) was an American government official and diplomat who served as Director of Central Intelligence (DCI) from 1966 to 1973. Helms began intelligence work with the Office of Strategic Services during World War II.
Oct 23, 2002 · Richard M. Helms, a former director of central intelligence who defiantly guarded some of the darkest secrets of the cold war, died today.
Nov 1, 2002 · Richard Helms, who died in 2002, was a CIA leader who oversaw covert operations to kill Castro, Oswald and other enemies of the U.S. He also concealed his role in these plots and faced legal troubles for his actions.
- Jefferson Morley
Oct 24, 2002 · Richard Helms, a former director of central intelligence who defiantly guarded some of the darkest secrets of the cold war, died of multiple myeloma today. He was 89.
Seemingly a natural at managing secret operations, Helms rose from desk officer to DCI and came to represent a newtype of government professional: the career intelligence officer, steeped in the culture of clandestinity and devoted to the Agency as an institution.
Explore the life and career of Richard Helms, the CIA Director and Ambassador to Iran during the Cold War. Browse the collection of documents, historical works and essays released by the CIA.
Provide an accurate, objective understanding of the information and intelligence that has helped shape the foundation of major US policy decisions. Improve access to lessons learned, presenting historical material to emphasize the scope and context of past actions.
