(04-10930-10008 a te, CONFIDENTIAL \ ‘ 7. April 1995 MEMORANDUM FOR: J. Barry Harrelson @ DA FROM: | SUBJECT: Response to ARRB Questions / Requests REFERENCE: Memo dtd 6 March 1995 to Ellie Neiman re ARRB Initial Review of Oswald 20! File 1. In response to ARRB the DO has the following answers and /or comments to the specific questions raised by Mr. Gunn during his review of the OSWALD 20! file. a. RYBAT- The sensitivity indicator RYBAT is used on correspondence whenever, in the judgment of the originator and releasing officer, the correspondence concerns sensitive operational or administrative matters. When used RYBAT will appear on the slug line along with other pertinent action indicators or cryptonyms to ensure the protection of sensitive text information. ~b. CUSIG - the "I" in SIG stands for " investigations * ‘and appears in the Birch O'Neal testimony and also in CSI No. 70-1 dtd 2 March 1955 [ a copy attached - herewith] ; this particular document was released i in full in Reel 43 folder 18 of the JFK microfilm holdings. c. VR - Indicates that a’ vital records'' copy of the cable message was provided to the cable secretariat archives for its use in the necessary microfilming of the message at a later date - this automatic dissemination to VR ensures a good microfilm image copy for records storage. - de D-200-5-41 - The ''D" indicates a processing code used by the records , analyst to place a cross referenced copy of the same document into a particular file other than the main file . The file number 200-5-41 is the official GPFLOOR file\-all documents ; originally. assigned to this. file have been reclassified to other subject files . The GPFLOOR file was clogéd out with the last document filed dated 26 August 1968 [see JFK Reel 48 folder 29 for a listing of documents processed from this file].. 4 e. SLUG LINE - The crypts released elsewhere in the text of a message are _ always protected in the slug line along with other indicators as a method to preclude reconstitution of DO files; for the release of the crypts in the slug line could build. sufficient information to reconstruct sensitive operational information the DO.is trying to protect. f. DO/WH Organizational Chart - [see attached CSI No 70- 1 dtd 27 May 1955 and updates written in from cable chrono information ]- the second attachment dtd 5 July 1978 authored by the CIA History Staff answers the original request for this information. g. HRG Review Guidelines - On 15 March the DO provided HRG with a green 1 mh» CONFIDENTIAL
13-00 Se ne 2+ OREN de teRenencirnnomat a EMEIRe a eee SQMEBENTTIAL _SBGRET ATTACHMENT 7 April 1995 RESPONSE TO ARRB QUESTIONS ~ - ) | IONS Oz | LA SPECIAL COLLECTIONS © RELEASE AS SANITIZED — 2000 in response to ARRB the DO has the following answers and /or comments to the specific questions raised by Mr. Gunn during his review of the OSWALD 201 file. a. RYBAT- The sensitivity indicator RYBAT is used on correspondence whenever, in the judgment of the originator and releasing officer, the correspondence concerns sensitive operational or administrative matters.. When used RYBAT will appear on the slug line along with other pertinent action indicators or cryptonyms to ensure the protection of sensitive text information. b. CUSIG - the "I' In SIG stands for " investigations ' ‘ and appears in the ‘Birch O'Neal testimony and also in CSI No. 70-1 dtd 2 March 1955 [ a copy attached herewith] ; this particular document was released in full in Reel 48 folder 18 of the JFK microfilm holdings. c. VR- Indicates that a" vital records’' copy of the cable message was provided to the cable secretariat archives for its use in the necessary microfilming of the _message at a later date - this automatic dissemination to VR ensures. a good microfilm image copy for records storage. d. D-200-5-41 - The °'D’' indicates a processing code used by the records analyst to place a cross referenced copy of the same document into a particular file other than the main file . The file number 200-5-41 is the official GPFLOOR file -all documents originally assigned to this file have been reclassified to other subject files . The GPFLOOR file was closed out with the last document filed dated 26 August 1968 [see JFK Reel 48 folder 29 for a listing of documents processed from this file]. e. SLUG_LINE - The crypts released elsewhere in the text of a message are always protected in the slug line along with other indicators as a method to preclude reconstitution of DO files; for the release of the crypts in the slug line could build sufficient information to reconstruct sensitive operational information the DO is trying to protect. f. DO/WH Organizational Chart - [see attached CS! No 70-1 dtd 27 May 1955 and updates written in from cable chrono information |- the second attachment dtd 5 July 1978 authored by the CIA History Staff answers. the original request for this information. Ihe CHAT AY Ie NLY
13-00000 fprcastae fh A oe hee meee tens see Ree NE tte SNE MND = ae ODEe Manet Mam aes ae ok tet. 1 stan tase ae Ob BIOS ? a thithte. 5 fp eee SRCRET - TENTATIVE — Soe, > oe * . o CSE NO, 70- ° “ CHAPTER V f~ CLANDESTINE SERVICES ‘ INSTRUCTION NO, 70-1 3 March 1955 ® Recommends policy for Clandestine Services activities relating to the internal security --of the United Siates-and .provides staff supervision over the collection and provision of information appropriate to” ‘United States internal securhty agencies, 2. SPECIAL IMVESEAGATLON UNIT y (eae cour? ajor-. Funetions~ Performs the CI investigation and analysis of any known or potential security leak in the Clandestine Services organization, whether in headquarters or im the fleld, from the stand- Cc point of its effect on (1) existing operations, and (2) the cover of personnel. In performing this function, maintains close working relations with the Security Office, the latter being primarily concerned in such cases from Agency security rather than an operational secu- rity standpoint. ‘ 3. ADMENESTRATION STAFF rN ° a. Major Functions (i) Guides and supports Cl elements in the field of organization, personnel, specialized procurement and supply, finance, budget, travel, publications, and general aden tetra ~ tive facilities. Note: Since CI personnel have the FI career designation, Career Management functions are largely performed by FI Staff, (2) Performs counterpart functions within the CI Staff on behalf of those Agency support. “ Oy units responsible for procedures relating to personal safety, physical security, and miscellaneous administrative controls. : (3) Coordinates with the other components of CI Staff to insure correlation of thetr activities ; with the administrative capabilities of the Agency. M, GEAISOW STAFF a. Major Functions ; . : fay, (i) Provides staff supervision and guidance in matters relating to liaison with other United _ States Government agencies on matters pertaining to counterespionage and operationally related matters pertaining to internal security. (2) Provides giidance and suggestions, as requested and appropriate, to other components a of CIA in matters pertaining to counteresplonage and internal security involving liaison with other United States Government agencies. (3) Coordinates with the Security Office, or other components of CIA as appropriate, matters involving liaison with other United States Government agencies on questions which have counteresplonage aspects and other aspects intermingled or not clearly delineated. 5. SPECIAL PROJECTS DIVISION a. Major Furctions The Chief, Special Projects Division, is responsible for the handling of such special projects as are assigned to him by the Chief, Cl, or directly. by the Chief of Operations or the Deputy Director (Plans). ~t ,. —e whe * wok * pliant PP ee EAL - we UP ET we cenrnaeeeue emeonmlemmrteT Smpnenguennee etme canine be eae sree aE oN ee ye can Re ate meee Se
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13-00000 ae ry . igen SERRE | TENTATIVE CSTNO, 70-1 CLANDESTINE SERVICES ORGANIZATION STRUCTION NO, 70-1 27 May 1955 1, LS] ‘is responsible for planning, developing, and directing, and for providing Hecessary support for, ‘f. Develop and maintain CE information oa foreign intelligence services and personalities ORGANIZATION AND FUNCTIONS OF THE CLANDESTINE SERVICES CHAPTER VII, PART A - AREA DIVISIONS ¢ MISS!ON the staff and technical guidance of the Chiefs of the Senior Staffs, the Chief of an Area Divigion all clandestine operations undertaken in his geographic area in the accomplishment of the DB/P mission, and for the coordination and Support of DD/P clandestine Operations mounted from his area. ao . : ORGANIZATION (pee organization charts, Figures 1 - 6.) MAJOR FUNCTIONS The Chief of an Area Division will: a. Plan, develo :, direct, and support ali Federal espionage Operations and activities within his © geographic - rea. wo es b. Plan, devel.p, direct, and support ali psychological and paramilitary operations ang aetive =. ties within his geographic area (except as qualified tn Paragraph c., below, for certain 2 Be operations) to include pro ada programs, economic warfare, guerrilla wartere, i evasion and escape, PP stay behind and. and alf-maritimg aphic area, of internat | organizations including : Sary Support for any 10 Operations based in his area. are Oe 4. Provide neces: support, in collaboration with the SR Division, for. activities based in bis geographic area, ae a . e. Plan, develop, direct, and support counte ants respionage and counterintelligence @ ¢ ’ " Sctivities within his geographic area, . ee . .
tf 13-00000 SECRET FEN TATIV CHAPTER VU - PART A CLANDESTINE SERVICES INSTRUCTION NO, 70-1 27 May 1955 g: Prepare intelligence and counterintelligence information reports pertaining to his geographic area for dissemination to appropriate Government agencies in accordance with established requirements. 'h. Prepare or ensure the preparation of operational plans, programs, and projects for the ac- ' | complishment of the mission assigned to his geographic area, including operational and .. | Support annexes and/or administrative plans, and effect becessary Coordination of same ": with other Agency components. 5 . : Assist in the development of pertinent strategic cold war plans as required. . Assist in the development of-hot war plans pertaining to his geographic area and provide as directed for the allocation, transfer, or generation of assets to meet accepted hot war obli- Administer all deflector matters within his geographic area. . Provide gu idance and direction to the operational and administrative activities conducted by ield stations in his geographic area, to include the developm t pp! ent and, after approval, trans- mission of letters of instruction and related mission directives as appropriate and required, sure that appropriate cover is provided for all clandestine activities within his geographic Coordinate and supervise the establishment. and activation, and direct the operation, of field stations ‘and facilities necessary to accomplizh in his gecgraphic area the mission assigned, rsomel, materiel, and pl jsteal security ‘is maintained areas i foreign governments ad directed in the mation of the above mission and functions, Perform such other functions as directed by the DD/P. bes FRANK G. WISNER ‘~ ” Deputy Director (Plans) .
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13-00000 U-O-N-F-i-D-k-h--T-IaanL This Jotice Expires 28 December 1960 CSN NO. 5-99 CLANDESTINE SERVICES GENERAL NOTICE NO. 5-99 ‘ 28 November 1960 RESCISSION NOTICE _ The fvllowing publications are hereby rescinded: Tentative CSI No. l-1 (formerly CSI No. T=): , Chapter II, Part. A, ORGANIZATION AND FUNCTIONS, OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY DIRECTOR (PLANS), dated 11 March 1955. Tentative CSI No. l-1, Chapter II, Part B, ORGANIZATION AND FUNCTIONS, PLANNING. AND PROGRAM COORDINATION STAFF ,. dated 22 July 1957. Figures 1 throven 6 of Tentative sr Ho. UL (formerly CSI 25-1, TRAINING oF CLANDESTINE SERVICES 5 PERSONNF., dated 21 Jenvary 1953. CSI Ho. 70-3, AREA DIVISION TSS LIAISON OFFICERS, dat ed - 2h February 1955. RICHARD M, BISSELL, JR. Deputy Director (Plans) . C-0-H-P-I-D-E-HoT-I-A-L
cin HISTORICAL EWEN FROGRAN o ep FOR RELEASE 1993 “e 5 July 2978 MEMORANDUM FOR: Mr. Norbert Shephanek, PCS / LOC FROM : Chief, CIA History Staff SUBJECT Organization Chart for the Deputy Directorate for Plans (DDP), 1963 REFERENCE Telecon from N. Shephanek to J. Pfeiffer, 30 June 1978, same subject. . 1. In response to your telephone call of 30 June 1978, History Staff was unable to locate any single chart which showed the organization of the Deputy Directorate for Plans as of 1963. We did find a complete set of charts for the individual Staff Elements, the Functional Divisions, and the Geographic Area Divisions of the DDP as of 25 February 1963. ‘2. - Based on the organization charts for these individual components (including the Office of the DDP), History Staff has prepared a chart which is believed to be an accurate reflection of the DDP organization as of 25 February 1963. 3. If you require further details concerning the organ- ‘ization of the individual components as of the date noted above, please let me know. Dr. Jack B. Pfeiffer Chief, CIA History Staff 203 Key Building, x2621 Attachment: Organization chart UNCLASSIFIED when removed from SECRET attachment. ul “th eA amenet cL av
1713-00000 OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY DIRECTOR FOR PLANS* DEPUTY DIRECTOR (PLANS) ASST. DEPUTY DIRECTOR (PLANS) d {STAFF ELEMENTS |. ‘Counter Special Covert — Foreign Intelligence Affairs Action Intelligence TIONAL DIVISIONS FUNC AREA DIVISIONS Operational Services Western Europe Records Integration** Soviet Russia Technical Services Western Hemisphere ’ Special Operations Near East ; Far East Eastern Europe Africa ; * As of 25 Feb 1963 a ** As of 28 Dec 1963