Historical Events tagged with "usgovernment"

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Crime & Law

Aldrich Ames Pleads Guilty to Espionage

April 28th, 1994 31 years ago

Aldrich Ames, a former CIA counterintelligence officer, pled guilty to espionage charges after it was revealed that he had been spying for the Soviet Union and later Russia. His actions compromised numerous agents and intelligence operations, significantly impacting U.S. national security. The plea occurred in a federal court in Virginia, where Ames admitted to providing sensitive information in exchange for money, revealing the extent of his betrayal over nearly a decade, during which he was one of the most damaging spies in U.S. history.

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Politics & Government

Eisenhower Approves NSC 162/2 Document

October 30th, 1953 71 years ago

President Dwight D. Eisenhower approved NSC 162/2, a top-secret document outlining the United States' strategy for maintaining a strong nuclear deterrent force against the Soviet Union. This strategic directive emerged in the context of escalating Cold War tensions, emphasizing the need for a robust military policy to counter perceived Soviet threats. The document underscored the importance of a balanced defense approach, incorporating both conventional and nuclear capabilities, as global relations became increasingly fraught with geopolitical rivalries. The approval signified a pivotal moment in U.S. military strategy, laying the groundwork for future defense policies.

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Politics & Government

Treaty of New Echota Signed by Cherokees

December 29th, 1835 189 years ago

The Treaty of New Echota was a pivotal agreement signed by the Cherokee Nation and the U.S. government. It ceded all Cherokee lands east of the Mississippi River in exchange for compensation and new lands in the West. The treaty, driven in part by pressure on Cherokee leaders amidst U.S. expansion, included representatives such as Major Ridge, John Ridge, and Elias Boudinot, leading to major consequences for the Cherokee people.

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