History of Spying: Part 2

This two-part series offers an overview of the U.S. Intelligence Community (IC) from World War I to the present. 

It covers three main areas: 

1. A brief history of espionage and the post-World War II reorganization of U.S. spy agencies
2. An examination of the IC, including its member agencies, their roles, and methods
3. A study of counterintelligence, focusing on insider threats, their motivations, espionage activities, and the resulting damage

Paul Ruehs is a seasoned security professional with over 45 years of experience in national security, law enforcement, and counterintelligence. He has served in both military and civilian roles, including 25 years in the USAF Security Police and leadership positions within the Department of Energy and Defense Intelligence Agency. He is a certified trainer with over 10,000 hours of classroom instruction, teaching at institutions like Carroll Community College and McDaniel College, and is a recognized expert in Operations Security (OPSEC), contributing to interagency panels and national symposiums. Holding a B.S. in History & Political Science and an M.A. in National Security Studies, Paul is also a published co-author and remains actively engaged in academic and security communities.