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Jan 4, 2019 · Learn about the role and history of diplomatic couriers who accompany classified materials across international borders. Find out how to join the Diplomatic Security Service and watch a video about the service.
Diplomatic Courier is a magazine and website that covers international affairs, diplomacy, politics, security, technology, and more. Explore articles, topics, regions, channels, and book reviews on global issues and trends.
Diplomatic Courier As a Foreign Service Diplomatic Courier in the Bureau of Diplomatic Security Services (DSS) with the U.S. Department of State, you assist in worldwide security programs that provide secure transportation services for Department of State classified diplomatic pouches.
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Nov 1, 2018 · Learn how diplomatic couriers support U.S. diplomacy around the world by safely and securely delivering classified documents and materials to 275 U.S. Department of State locations. Read the stories of former and current couriers who have traveled to remote and challenging places, faced risks and challenges, and celebrated the centennial of the Diplomatic Courier Service.
A diplomatic courier is an official who secures and transports diplomatic bags. Countries have utilized diplomatic couriers to handle important documents, artifacts and supplies between different countries since the 12th century. Following the 1961 Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, couriers are placed under diplomatic immunity while ...
Nov 1, 2018 · 1776: First American Courier. On July 10, 1776, four days after the Declaration of Independence, the Continental Congress commissions the first diplomatic courier, Captain Peter Parker, as commander of the U.S. sailing brig named Dispatch to carry sensitive correspondence to France. 1776-1914: Dispatch Agent System. For nearly 140 years, the U.S. Department of State uses “bearers of […]
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