January 22, 1946

President Harry Truman creates the Central Intelligence Group (CIG) and the position of Director of Central Intelligence (DCI).

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Beige and red Central Intelligence Group stamp reading

Related Information

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The Birth of Central Intelligence

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Directors of Central Intelligence as Leaders of the US Intelligence Community

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Directors of Central Intelligence, 1946–2005