WEEKLY ACTIVITIES REPORT #20 FOR PERIOD 12 - 18 MAY 1960

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• Document Creation Date: December 9, 2016
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• Sequence Number: 42
• Publication Date: May 18, 1960
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SUBJECT: Weekly Activities Report #20 for Period 12 - 18 May 1960
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1. In the rush of last week's business, we overlooked saying
a word about the Contingency Task Force Familiarization Training
which began on 9 May. First, let me say thatl~the short period
of time available, the problem which was developed is really
an outstanding piece of work. It covers almost ever conceivable
facet that such a Force may be involved in, and and 25X1A a
certainly deserve alot of credit for the finished product.
Secondly, we were struck by the caliber and enthusiasm of the
individuals who comprise this first Task Force group, Of course,
has had a great deal of experience in handling this :kind
of activity, but in addition to that, the representatives of the
various offices participating, with few exceptions, appear to be
the kind that would be t,seful in a real situation.
ascertained that the problem is going very well with the normal nutmmber/
The "familiarization" phase of training put on by our combine:
staffs went smoothly, and, as expected, could have been given more tim
The initial element of the Task Force went into the field S_inday
afternoon, and by Monday morning, all tactical elements were deplo.-ed.
From conversations with we have generally
weakness appears to be in the field of communications due solely tc
incomplete planning.
situation. For example, -just told us that he most ruromine:
or weals areas which are encountered when one gets ~.nto an operatio;a
The training staff, particularly CFA, is being taxed to the 1'mV,
providing unforeseen support required by the group to provide the
maximum amount of realism. Although we were not able to point out
specific requirements of this nature, - had predicted that
this would undoubtedly be the case. All in all, this first exercise
is frankly proceeding in a fashion beyond our expectations, and with
four of our staff actively participating plus good reporting on the
part of the directing element, we should have a good bit of background
to aid us in providing the best support in the future progrEms.
I am instructing our staff involved to prepare rather detailed reports
of their activities as well as any ideas which might develop.
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2. We enjoyed a short but welcome visitation by Mr. Z 25X1A9a
who brought with him Mr. - the DDP Training Officer. W c 251A
here, they attended. the briefing given by the Task Force Corunander
to his principal staff members which kicked off Operation
the field maneuver involved in the Task Force program. I also oo:c X1A9a
them on a tour of Beyond that, Mr. - did the honors
for Mr. - taking him to see various classes and visiting
with members of the staff. Upon departure, Mr.- promised 25X1A9a
he would not wait another six months to return.
25X1A9a 3. The Intelligence Orientation Briefing got under way today
at 0930 hours. Dr. accompanied by Messrs. 5X1A9a
25X1A9a all of the Intelligence School, arrived with
y of time to discuss the conduct of ,he
briefing and to arrange whatever support that they required. I was
somewhat embarrassed because there were only twelve of our personnel
in attendance as opposed to the twenty-one we had originally indicated.
With the exception of two individuals within the last two days who
learned that they had to be in Headquarters on more important busluess,
the balance were absent simply because their work requirements kept
them occupied. This is particularly true of those on the staff 25X1A
25X1A2d1 who were involved in the Program. All could ha tended
if we had not had to change the dates; however, I have attended al;'.
sessions on this first day, and even to me, they were most useful,
and I am sure it is a worthwhile endeavor which we should schedule
periodically, sufficiently in advance, to obtain maximum attendance.
25X1A9a In conversation with Dr. - he indicated he is working up a
less basic one-week program along the same general lines. This appears
to be something that we might well consider (in a condensed version)
for the old hands who returned here.
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functions. I discussed this briefly with COS; he feels strongly that
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this is a requirement that should be placed on the responsit)le bran?crn
25X1A9a in advance. the present case officer, will be getting
help in the form of another branch case officer for the balance of this
week, and will take up, at that time, requirements for the valance of
,heir stay.
5. The draft schedule for OC #10 has been completed and type:t
in four copies. A quick look through the proposed program bas
disclosed a number of areas which I am sure will be subject to some
question. I have made a note of these but I see no reason to brin;
.hem up until everyone involved has had a chance to review this fi-s?:
effort. At sometime in the near future, I would suggest we get
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