A previously classified Department of Defense (DoD) directive, titled “Chemical Weapons Policy” (S-3145.2), dated July 23, 1987, has been released following a Mandatory Declassification Review (MDR) filed by The Black Vault. This document, which appears to have never been made public before, outlines U.S. military policy regarding the employment of chemical weapons during wartime. The directive was signed and implemented by William H. Taft IV, who served as the Deputy Secretary of Defense under President Ronald Reagan. Taft, a prominent figure in defense and legal circles, was known for his role in shaping U.S. military policy during the Cold War…
Author: John Greenewald
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has released a series of documents in response to a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request filed by The Black Vault. These documents, which consist of emails sent to and from Dr. David Morens, a senior scientific adviser at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), have been at the center of a growing controversy. The original request sought emails which contain the words “FOIA” and “Freedom of Information”. The controversy revolves around allegations that Dr. Morens used his personal email account to evade FOIA requests and potentially deleted critical federal records…
A DIRGram, also known as a Director’s Memorandum, is a formal communication issued by the Director of the National Security Agency (NSA). These memoranda serve as a vital tool for disseminating important information, directives, policies, and decisions from the Director’s office to various departments, units, and personnel within the NSA. The primary purpose of a DIRGram is to ensure that key directives and information from the NSA’s leadership are effectively communicated throughout the agency. This can include: Operational Directives: Instructions regarding specific intelligence operations, including changes in procedures or the initiation of new projects. Policy Updates: Announcements of new policies…
Background On March 26, 1962, at Ramstein Air Base in Germany, a significant UFO sighting was reported. The observation involved one witness. Key Details: Location: Ramstein Air Base, Germany. Date and Time: March 26, 1962. Duration: The observation lasted approximately 5 to 8 seconds. Number of Objects: One object was observed. Description of the Object: The object was initially seen as a small delta-shaped wing resembling a fighter aircraft. As it approached, it was described as less of a delta shape and more of a dart-shaped missile-like appearance, changing shape and showing no visible means of propulsion. The object exhibited…
The FBI released documents on Lt. Col. Philip J. Corso, revealing his interactions with the Bureau and government entities. These files focus on Corso’s broader activities and make no mention of his famous UFO claims. Corso’s history includes making bold, often unsupported claims, which raises questions about his credibility. Additional records related to Corso may exist within the National Archives, and The Black Vault is pursuing these files for further investigation. The FBI has released a collection of documents pertaining to Lt. Col. Philip J. Corso, a prominent figure in the UFO community known for his claims about recovered alien…