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The Unknown History of United States Intelligence   

Explore the hidden history of American intelligence in this eye-opening eight-week course. Contrary to popular belief, the United States developed a civilian intelligence service long before World War II, starting with Washington’s spies during the Revolution. Journey through the evolution of U.S. intelligence—from early agents with artistic and scientific talents to FDR’s private spy network, the OSS, and the creation of the CIA. Discover lesser-known stories of espionage, diplomacy, and innovation that shaped the nation’s survival and security. The course concludes with a look at today’s complex intelligence community and its future challenges. Join us for a fascinating exploration of America’s secret defenders.

LECTURES:

1. The American Revolution:Washington and Franklin’s Spies

2. American Spies in Europe: Cooper, Morse, Irving, and the Bread and Cheese Club

3. The Purloined Life of Edgar Allan Poe

4. Lincoln’s Spies: Engineers and Diplomats

5. FDR and The Room

6. The OSS and the Birth of the CIA

7. Successes, Failures, and the Privatization of Intelligence

8. Today and Into the Future

Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture.
The Unknown History of United States Intelligence | Boca Raton Campus | Instructor: Jeffrey Steinberg, M.A.
2/5/2026
  • The Unknown History of United States Intelligence
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
    Member: $125.25
    Non-Member: $167.00
    Price at the Door: 30
    Date: 2/5/2026 - 3/26/2026
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Jeffrey Steinberg, M.A.

    Explore the hidden history of American intelligence in this eye-opening eight-week course. Contrary to popular belief, the United States developed a civilian intelligence service long before World War II, starting with Washington’s spies during the Revolution. Journey through the evolution of U.S. intelligence—from early agents with artistic and scientific talents to FDR’s private spy network, the OSS, and the creation of the CIA. Discover lesser-known stories of espionage, diplomacy, and innovation that shaped the nation’s survival and security. The course concludes with a look at today’s complex intelligence community and its future challenges. Join us for a fascinating exploration of America’s secret defenders.

    LECTURES:

    1. The American Revolution:Washington and Franklin’s Spies

    2. American Spies in Europe: Cooper, Morse, Irving, and the Bread and Cheese Club

    3. The Purloined Life of Edgar Allan Poe

    4. Lincoln’s Spies: Engineers and Diplomats

    5. FDR and The Room

    6. The OSS and the Birth of the CIA

    7. Successes, Failures, and the Privatization of Intelligence

    8. Today and Into the Future

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture.
 

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