8 September 1960

MEMORANDUM FOR THE RECORD

SUBJECT: Minutes of Special Group Meeting, 8 September 1960

PRESENT: Messrs. Merchant, Douglas, Gray, Dulles

1. Supply Drop to Cuban Dissidents

Mr. Parrott outlined the proposed supply drop to Cuban dissidents in the Escambray. After brief discussion, the Group approved the project as presented. Mr. Parrott asked whether approval could be granted at this time for continuing missions of a similar nature to this group or other bodies of dissidents. The Special Group agreed to this, with Mr. Dulles stating that the other members could be notified by telephone, without the necessity of convening a meeting.

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