William Donovan

William Donovan was an influential American military officer and intelligence officer, best known as the head of the Office of Strategic Services (OSS) during World War II, which was the predecessor to the CIA. He played a crucial role in developing American intelligence operations and strategies in Europe and Asia. Donovan's leadership helped establish methods for gathering intelligence and conducting covert operations, shaping modern espionage practices. After the war, he continued to advocate for the importance of intelligence in national security and was a key figure in the establishment of a unified intelligence agency in the United States.