Author(s): Dan ROMAN
Publication name: Romanian Intelligence Studies Review
Publisher name: Mihai Viteazul National Intelligence Academy
Publication type: Journal article
Publication date: June 30, 2025
Pagination:
Issue/ Volume: 1 (33)/2025
DOI:
Abstract:
The early 1950s brought significant changes in the internal organization of the
CIA, as a result of problematic issues, limitations, and deficiencies that were noted in
reports evaluating the Agency’s work. The most important changes have been in the
CIA’s analytical area, which has seen a notable expansion, along with the diversification
of intelligence activities. The dismantling of its first structure engaged in intelligence
analysis, the Office of Reports and Estimates (ORE), was followed by a notable consolidation
of these activities through new dedicated structures. Among these, the Office of National
Estimates (ONE) in particular played a major role.
Keywords: American, analysis, CIA, Cold War, estimates, intelligence, historical,
organization, Sherman Kent.
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