GOING IN CLEAN

GOING IN CLEAN is the term used for those who accept assignments in foreign countries and who do not carry any weapons with them when they do so. This practice, which is to be recommended, has it advantages and its disadvantages or drawbacks, but it is by far the safest procedure to enter a country that is on the watch for such things, among a host of others.

TERMS OF COVER

Here are some 'titles' used by mamy to serve as cover for certain activities or to 'mask' their identities: actor, writer, educator, sales rep(resentative), salesman, author, merchant, card-player,sportsman, athlete, hobbyist, traveler, researcher, teacher, fashion model, typist, secretary, humanitarian, retiree, film-maker, student, minister, etc. I shall add more terms as they become apparent and necessary to this discussion topic.

COVER, DISCOVER, & RECOVER

These three terms apply to many operations of a clandestine nature, as well as to the operators and creators of these same operations,especially on a 'global' basis,no doubt. Various 'exposures' and 'compromises' of all clandestine activities,whether political, military, scientific, etc. will happen and sometimes lead to drastic consequences at all levels. Various ways to establish 'cover' especially for an 'agent/operative' include various occupations that seem innocuous or commonplace,though a few more 'flamboyant' activities are sometimes involved. More on this another time.