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Clock with Concealed Receiver

1970s, CIA

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CIA Clock with Concealed Receiver (1970s) for covert signaling. An agent used this system to send a low-powered radio signal requesting a meeting his case officer. The receiver hidden in this clock (in officer's home), illuminated a tiny red light above the #12.

Tools of the Trade
Communication Device/Surveillance
Concealment Devices