A COVERT OPERATIVES GUIDE TO DEADLY TRADECRAFT SKILLS VOLUME 1

A COVERT OPERATIVES GUIDE TO DEADLY TRADECRAFT SKILLS VOLUME 1 

A Covert Operative’s Guide to Deadly Tradecraft Skills-Volume 1 is an extensive manual meticulously crafted by a former covert operative, drawing from real-world experience. This guide is an invaluable resource for individuals seeking a deep understanding of the skills and techniques essential for covert operations. The manual begins with mission preparation, emphasizing the importance of situational awareness and rapid threat assessment. It provides practical advice on safeguarding gear and luggage from tampering and introduces the concept of proxemics, the study of the use of space, in operational contexts. 

The book guides readers through managing crisis situations effectively and details the essentials of an operative trauma kit. A significant part of the guide is dedicated to infrastructure development and operational safety, particularly in environments like hotels and transportation. The manual offers unique insights into the use of elicitation and social engineering as tools for information gathering and influence. 

One of the key skills outlined in the guide is the art of blending in with any environment, a crucial aspect of covert operations. It delves into cold reading tradecraft, providing techniques for reading people and situations without prior knowledge. Additionally, the book teaches the reader how to disappear and become a ‘human lie detector’, enhancing their ability to discern truth in complex scenarios. 

Air travel, often a vital component of covert operations, is covered in depth, including strategies for maintaining cover and safety. The guide explores the domain of human intelligence and its application in the field. Effective interrogation techniques are presented, enabling readers to extract information efficiently and ethically. 

A comprehensive section is devoted to threat assessment, both in terms of physical security and broader operational contexts. The guide elaborates on the establishment and management of safehouses, crucial for operational success and operative safety.

One of the most extensive chapters is on covert surveillance. This section covers a range of topics from photographic and video surveillance to the intricacies of mobile and vehicle surveillance operations. It provides detailed strategies for conducting both single and multiple vehicle surveillance, as well as dismounted surveillance. The formation and functioning of surveillance teams are discussed, along with advanced counter-surveillance methods and techniques. 

The manual also addresses hostile surveillance detection, equipping operatives with skills to identify and counteract surveillance efforts targeted against them. Additionally, surveillance mapping is explored, providing comprehensive guidance on documenting and analyzing surveillance operations. 

A Covert Operative’s Guide to Deadly Tradecraft Skills-Volume 1 is not just a collection of techniques and strategies; it is an immersion into the mindset and skills required for successful covert operations. This volume is an essential tool for anyone involved in or interested in the art and science of covert operations, offering unmatched insights and practical advice grounded in real-world experience.