NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE IN THE TURKISH WAR OF INDEPENDENCE

Authors : Bora İyiat

Pages : 49-58

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Publication Date : 2024-07-01

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :The concept of intelligence has been one of the subjects of great curiosity and interest. Human beings\' interest in the unknown and the secrecy inherent in the activity called intelligence are undoubtedly the main reasons that increase this interest. In general terms, intelligence is a phenomenon based on learning the intentions, capabilities, capabilities and weaknesses of states, groups or individuals with whom they are in competition or who are likely to be in competition, in order to protect the existence of states and to realize their goals, as well as to prevent activities directed against them. There is a need for cadres who can carry out this activity at home and abroad, analyze it, archive it for use when necessary, share it or carry out operational activities. This has led to the emergence of intelligence organizations over time. To summarize, intelligence agencies provide governments with information-analysis, especially on issues concerning national security, provide early warning information on possible crises and threats, prevent counterintelligence activities, protect state secrets and conduct covert operations to protect national interests. This study has been prepared to examine the intelligence activities carried out during the War of Independence, in which the Turkish nation fought for its existence as a whole.
Keywords : İstihbarat, Kurtuluş Savaşı, Operasyon, Gizli Faaliyetler, İşgal