#OTD 1975 Richard S. Welch was assassinated in a terrorist attack in Greece.
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Expanding his portfolio, Dick took assignments in several South American countries, including a stint as a Chief of Station.
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Spring 1975, Dick was asked to lead our Station in Greece. He agreed immediately for him going to Greece was like going home.
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Dick approached his job w enthusiasm & caution, but his identity was revealed in foreign pubs, endangering him & his family.
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On the night of December 23, 1975, Dick & his family attended a Christmas party at the American Ambassador’s residence.
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Returning home, Dick exited the car to open the gate. A man appeared, called to him & shot him. The wound was fatal.
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2003: those responsible for Dick’s death—members of the “Revolutionary Organization 17 November”—were caught.
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Convicted for murdering other diplomats, they escaped prosecution for Dick’s murder due to a 20-year statute of limitations.
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At the time Dick was highest-ranking CIA officer killed & was 1st Chief of Station to be murdered in a political assassination.
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Dick was 46 years old when he died. He was survived by his wife & his three children: a daughter and two sons.
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Dick was awarded Distinguished Intelligence Cross & was buried @ArlingtonNatl.
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